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C229 CYN

1985 Porsche 944

Silver Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,167 mi
Last recorded156,167 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1985 Porsche 94462,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC229 CYN
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2008 156,167 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

offside front wheel bearing has slight play

oil leak

Pass 20 May 2006 152,528 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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C229 CYN is a 1985 Porsche 944 in Silver with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Porsche 944 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 62,971 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 C229 CYN, 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 41 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 C229 CYN?

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What year was C229 CYN registered?

C229 CYN is a 1985 Porsche 944, first registered on 10 December 1985.

Is C229 CYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C229 CYN shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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