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G955 YJH

1989 Porsche 944

Red Petrol 2969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

153,983 mi
Last recorded153,983 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Porsche 944119,715 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG955 YJH
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,969cc
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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 153,983 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 153,368 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 151,787 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 150,218 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 147,367 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 147,155 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 147,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 146,694 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 146,026 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 145,895 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 145,534 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 145,057 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 144,269 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight play in lower steering column universal joint

Pass 28 May 2014 143,774 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 142,926 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 142,926 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 140,839 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 137,575 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 135,649 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 134,334 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 132,496 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2008 132,474 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 131,820 miles

Evidence of power steering fluid on rack gaiters but no leaks found

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 130,593 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 128,512 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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G955 YJH is a 1989 Porsche 944 in Red with a 2,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 1989 Porsche 944 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 119,715 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 G955 YJH, 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 37 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 G955 YJH registered?

G955 YJH is a 1989 Porsche 944, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G955 YJH safe to buy?

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