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UMM 198Y

1983 Porsche 944

White Petrol 2479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,492 mi
Last recorded83,492 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 1983 Porsche 94447,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMM 198Y
MakePorsche
Model944
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,479cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 83,492 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2022 83,492 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 83,440 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 24 Jan 2019 83,331 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 83,331 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 83,303 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested brake binding [unable to check rear wheel bearing] (1.2.1 (g))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 83,303 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust blowing (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested brake binding (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested brake binding [unable to check rear wheel bearing] (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2017 83,291 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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UMM 198Y is a 1983 Porsche 944 in White with a 2,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 944 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 47,078 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UMM 198Y, 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 43 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 UMM 198Y?

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What year was UMM 198Y registered?

UMM 198Y is a 1983 Porsche 944, first registered on 25 March 1983.

Is UMM 198Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMM 198Y shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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