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H317 HCF

1990 Porsche 944

Black Petrol 2969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,570 mi
Last recorded115,570 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Porsche 944116,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH317 HCF
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 115,570 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 115,541 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 115,524 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 115,450 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 115,450 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 115,373 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 115,289 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 115,012 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 114,653 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 114,555 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 114,555 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 114,424 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 114,145 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 114,145 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 113,992 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 113,691 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 113,221 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 112,911 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 112,716 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 112,716 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 112,267 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 109,684 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 108,094 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 105,313 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 105,313 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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H317 HCF is a 1990 Porsche 944 in Black with a 2,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Porsche 944 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 116,246 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 H317 HCF, 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 36 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 H317 HCF?

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What year was H317 HCF registered?

H317 HCF is a 1990 Porsche 944, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H317 HCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H317 HCF shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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