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A297 XFW

1984 Porsche 944

Red Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,032 mi
Last recorded77,032 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1984 Porsche 94450,060 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA297 XFW
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 77,032 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes to flexi hose fittings (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 76,717 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion to all caliper to flexi brake lines (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch by anti roll bar mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch by anti roll bar mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 75,935 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 75,922 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 75,268 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 75,160 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 74,059 miles

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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A297 XFW is a 1984 Porsche 944 in Red with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Porsche 944 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 50,060 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A297 XFW, 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 42 years old, this Porsche 944 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A297 XFW?

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What year was A297 XFW registered?

A297 XFW is a 1984 Porsche 944, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A297 XFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A297 XFW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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