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BHJ 279J

1998 Porsche 914

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,759 mi
Last recorded86,759 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Porsche 91463,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHJ 279J
MakePorsche
Model914
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 86,759 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 86,686 miles

o/s/r exhaust sheild loose

Pass 26 Jun 2015 86,662 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 86,600 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 86,578 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 86,566 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 86,438 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 86,369 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 86,541 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 86,299 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 86,231 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2006 66,112 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Front Side repeater affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 66,112 miles

Offside Front Side repeater affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Porsche 914?

Based on 1,470 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
451
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 105
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 44
parking brake recording little or no effort 39
Horn not working 29
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BHJ 279J is a 1998 Porsche 914 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Porsche 914 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 63,971 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 914 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 105 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHJ 279J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 914 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 28 years old, this Porsche 914 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHJ 279J registered?

BHJ 279J is a 1998 Porsche 914, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is BHJ 279J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHJ 279J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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