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C638 FYC

1986 Porsche 944

White Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

137,943 mi
Last recorded137,943 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1986 Porsche 944128,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC638 FYC
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2026 137,943 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (stanchion worn) (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (stanchion worn) (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted split pin (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 137,802 miles

occasional noise from offside rear park brake shoe area,suggest an inspection

Pass 25 Apr 2024 137,540 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 137,540 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 136,450 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 May 2012 136,462 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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C638 FYC is a 1986 Porsche 944 in White with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C638 FYC, 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 C638 FYC?

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What year was C638 FYC registered?

C638 FYC is a 1986 Porsche 944, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C638 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C638 FYC shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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