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C254 XNX

1986 Porsche 944

Red Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

113,629 mi
Last recorded113,629 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 1986 Porsche 944128,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC254 XNX
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2025 113,629 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 113,574 miles

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

windscreen slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Jan 2023 113,040 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 5 Jan 2023 113,032 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 22 Dec 2021 112,464 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 111,845 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 110,951 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 110,951 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 109,549 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 107,238 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 103,907 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 99,614 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 99,614 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 96,681 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 94,037 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 Dec 2013 94,037 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 91,585 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 9 Jan 2013 91,554 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 88,281 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

NOT sure about number plate spacing

Fail 3 Jan 2012 88,281 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

NOT sure about number plate spacing

Pass 4 Jan 2011 84,970 miles

bonnet stays worn

nearside park brake efficiency low

offside front coil spring corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2010 82,195 miles

advise handbrake efficency down n/s/r

Pass 6 Jan 2009 78,400 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 75,546 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 72,753 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 68,239 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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C254 XNX is a 1986 Porsche 944 in Red with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1986 Porsche 944 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 128,958 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 C254 XNX, 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 40 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 C254 XNX?

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What year was C254 XNX registered?

C254 XNX is a 1986 Porsche 944, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C254 XNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C254 XNX shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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