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J988 BYG

1992 Porsche 944

Red Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

28,500 mi
Last recorded28,500 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 1992 Porsche 944106,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ988 BYG
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 28,500 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 28,484 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 28,411 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 28,286 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 28,277 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 27,882 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 26,659 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 26,659 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2012 26,310 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 26,018 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 25,537 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 24,969 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 24,471 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 23,765 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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J988 BYG is a 1992 Porsche 944 in Red with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J988 BYG, 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 J988 BYG?

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What year was J988 BYG registered?

J988 BYG is a 1992 Porsche 944, first registered on 5 June 1992.

Is J988 BYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J988 BYG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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