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A18 FUL

1989 Porsche 944

Black Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

359 mi
Last recorded359 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2007
Typical for 1989 Porsche 944119,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 FUL
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2007 359 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 359 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Battery insecure

front and rear brakes have slight judders when the footbrake is applied

observed corrosion on both front and rear brake discs

slight end float on both rear wheel bearings

slight play on n/s steering rack

How Reliable is the Porsche 944?

Based on 101,425 MOT tests across 8,791 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
920
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
8,791
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,364
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,154
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,871
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,919
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 2,816
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A18 FUL is a 1989 Porsche 944 in Black with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Porsche 944 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 119,715 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Porsche 944 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,364 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 FUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 944 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Porsche 944 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 FUL registered?

A18 FUL is a 1989 Porsche 944, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A18 FUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 FUL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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