Porsche 944 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Porsche 944. Check any 944 by registration number below.

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80.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.0%

vs Porsche Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Porsche 944 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Porsche 944 has an average MOT pass rate of 80.1%, which is 10.0 percentage points below the Porsche brand average of 90.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 944 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Porsche 944 fails its MOT are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your 944 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Porsche 944, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Porsche 944 performs at MOT across different model years.

1992

Based on 575 vehicles

87.0%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

9.5%

1991

Based on 1,045 vehicles

82.6%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

11.0%

1990

Based on 1,123 vehicles

84.0%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

10.5%

1989

Based on 1,660 vehicles

79.8%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

13.5%

1988

Based on 977 vehicles

73.6%Average

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

16.2%

1987

Based on 744 vehicles

78.1%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

13.9%

1986

Based on 1,006 vehicles

77.4%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

13.0%

1985

Based on 633 vehicles

78.7%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

15.0%

1984

Based on 362 vehicles

78.5%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

15.7%

1983

Based on 179 vehicles

81.0%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

12.6%

0

Based on 2,791 vehicles

80.2%Good

Porsche average: 90.1%

Mileage at 5yr

112k mi

Top MOT Failures — Porsche 944

The most common reasons a Porsche 944 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

4.8%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

3.5%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.6%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.6%

A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.4%

Porsche 944 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

3.1%

Rear Offside

2.1%

Offside

1.7%

Other Porsche Models

Compare MOT reliability across Porsche models.

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95.7% pass rate

Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport

88.4% pass rate

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 S

100.0% pass rate

Porsche 911 Carrera

99.1% pass rate

Porsche Carrera Gt

87.5% pass rate

Porsche Panamera 4s E-hybrid S-a

86.8% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Porsche 944

Porsche 944 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Porsche 944 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Porsche 944?

The average MOT pass rate for the Porsche 944 is 80.1% compared to the Porsche average of 90.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Porsche 944?

The most common MOT failures on the Porsche 944 are: Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (4.8%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (3.5%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Porsche 944 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 80.1%, the Porsche 944 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Porsche 944?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Porsche 944?

Typical mileage for the Porsche 944: 111,868 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 944 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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