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C808 BYK

1986 Porsche 944

Black Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,809 mi
Last recorded149,809 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Porsche 944128,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC808 BYK
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 149,809 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 147,106 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 144,035 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 141,130 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush internal bush has slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush internal bush has slight play (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 141,112 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 140,653 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 140,336 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 139,487 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 139,487 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 138,641 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 138,641 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 137,621 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 137,621 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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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C808 BYK is a 1986 Porsche 944 in Black with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 C808 BYK, 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

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What year was C808 BYK registered?

C808 BYK is a 1986 Porsche 944, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is C808 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C808 BYK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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