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C294 MWF

1985 Porsche 944

Red Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

178,344 mi
Last recorded178,344 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Porsche 94462,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC294 MWF
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 178,344 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

floor corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2024 178,211 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 178,083 miles

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

Undercarriage has some corrosion

Pass 29 Jun 2022 177,997 miles

Corrosion around offside rear upper shock mount

Nearside Front inner sill corroded and holed

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear brake hose loose

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear fuel hose perished

Under body corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2022 177,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Corrosion around offside rear upper shock mount

Nearside Front inner sill corroded and holed

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear brake hose loose

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear fuel hose perished

Under body corroded

Fail 23 Apr 2022 177,984 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

rear discs in poor condition

Pass 22 Apr 2021 177,965 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2021 177,956 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to split brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 177,369 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 177,207 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 177,018 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 176,807 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 176,405 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 175,467 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 174,903 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 173,596 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 172,675 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 172,225 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 169,893 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 168,635 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 165,243 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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C294 MWF is a 1985 Porsche 944 in Red with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C294 MWF, 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

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What year was C294 MWF registered?

C294 MWF is a 1985 Porsche 944, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C294 MWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C294 MWF shows 21 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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