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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Porsche 968. Check any 968 by registration number below.

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87.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.0%

vs Porsche Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Porsche 968 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Porsche 968 has an average MOT pass rate of 87.1%, which is 3.0 percentage points below the Porsche brand average of 90.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 968 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Porsche 968 fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your 968 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 968, 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 968 performs at MOT across different model years.

1995

Based on 93 vehicles

92.5%Excellent
Porsche average: 90.1%
Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

7.6%

1994

Based on 816 vehicles

87.5%Excellent
Porsche average: 90.1%
Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

6.1%

1993

Based on 592 vehicles

84.3%Good
Porsche average: 90.1%
Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

13.7%

1992

Based on 278 vehicles

84.9%Good
Porsche average: 90.1%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

8.4%

0

Based on 549 vehicles

86.3%Excellent
Porsche average: 90.1%
Mileage at 5yr

106k mi

Top MOT Failures — Porsche 968

The most common reasons a Porsche 968 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

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

2.3%
2

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

2.0%
3

An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

1.9%
4

Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

1.7%
Porsche 968 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Nearside

2.2%

Offside

2.2%

Rear Offside Inner

2.2%

Other Porsche Models

Compare MOT reliability across Porsche models.

Porsche Cayman

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 968

Porsche 968 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Porsche 968 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Porsche 968?
The average MOT pass rate for the Porsche 968 is 87.1% 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 968?
The most common MOT failures on the Porsche 968 are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2.3%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (2.0%), An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (1.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Porsche 968 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 87.1%, the Porsche 968 is rated as "Excellent" 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 968?
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 968?
Typical mileage for the Porsche 968: 106,345 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 968 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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