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J197 WOB

1992 Porsche 944

Silver Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,540 mi
Last recorded84,540 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1992 Porsche 944106,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ197 WOB
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 84,540 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Slightly out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 May 2015 79,876 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2015 79,876 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 76,322 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 73,202 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 70,016 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 65,963 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 65,798 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 65,238 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 64,885 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 64,746 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 62,993 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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J197 WOB is a 1992 Porsche 944 in Silver with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1992 Porsche 944 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 106,795 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 J197 WOB, 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 34 years old, this Porsche 944 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J197 WOB?

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What year was J197 WOB registered?

J197 WOB is a 1992 Porsche 944, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J197 WOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J197 WOB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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