1991 Porsche 944 2.5L Petrol · 944 X
1991 Porsche 944 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1991. Recorded mileage 192,236 miles. MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE 944
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 192,236 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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944 X Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2026
- 192,236 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
944 X MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Porsche 944 (944 X) between September 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))”.
944 X Mileage History
- 07/09/2023185,524 mi
- 17/09/2024187,479 mi+1,955 mi
- 26/09/2025188,723 mi+1,244 mi
- 23/09/2026192,236 mi+3,513 mi
- 23/09/2026192,236 mi
Average of roughly 2,204 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 1991 Porsche 944 is a high-mileage
Given the advisory items appearing across every MOT since 2021, ask the seller for evidence of brake, suspension, and underbody work carried out within the last two years. The recurring advisories on front pads and brake deflectors suggest components have either been monitored rather than replaced, or replaced only after failure thresholds were passed. Insist on documentary proof of timing belt replacement, as this is a known service item on M44-engined 944s and intervals are typically four years or 40,000 miles; on a 35-year-old car with this mileage, multiple replacements should have been carried out.
A pre-purchase inspection by a Porsche specialist is strongly advised rather than a general garage, as the 944 has several model-specific weak points including the rear main oil seal, front strut mounts, and the balance shaft belt on later engines. CV boot cracking was flagged on the 2021 test, and although it has not been re-flagged since, perished boots can lead to expensive CV joint replacement. Budget realistically for consumables such as tyres, brake discs and pads, and an expectation that the minor oil leak noted on the 2025 test will eventually require attention.
Insurance for a 1991 Porsche 944 typically falls into group 30 or above depending on the variant, so quotations should be obtained before purchase. Road tax for a vehicle of this age is the flat-rate £0 historic vehicle class once it reaches 40 years old, but until then the standard VED rate applies. Fuel economy for the 2.5-litre naturally aspirated unit is realistically in the high 20s mpg range under normal driving, dropping significantly under spirited use.
Annual maintenance costs on a 944 of this mileage are difficult to keep below £1,000 once specialist servicing, brake parts, and tyre replacement are factored in. Specialist hourly rates are higher than generalists, and parts supply for some trim and interior items is becoming scarcer. A realistic all-in annual running cost including fuel, insurance, tax, and maintenance for a car used moderately is £1,800 to £2,400.
Begin with a close look at the underbody for corrosion, particularly around the sills, front suspension turrets, and rear valance, as rust is the leading cause of 944 write-offs. Inspect the front strut mounts and springs for sagging, which can be identified by uneven ride height or knocking over bumps. Given the 2025 advisory noting 'slight play o/s/f wheel bearing', the front wheel bearings are clearly a current concern and should be physically checked for play by rocking the wheel at the tyre arch.
Next, examine the brake discs for lipping and the condition of the rear brake mechanism, including the handbrake cables and calipers — the 2021 advisory flagged a high handbrake which can indicate stretched cables or seized rear calipers. Look for any signs of oil leakage from the engine and gearbox area; the persistent 'slight oil leak' advisories suggest the rear main seal or cam seals may eventually need replacement. Finally, check that all four are the correct size and specification, as the 2025 test flagged both uneven tyre wear and rear tyres reaching the marker bars simultaneously, which can point to suspension geometry issues as well as age-related rubber deterioration.
Finished in blue with the 2,479cc petrol engine and first registered in August 1991, this Porsche 944 has covered 188,723 miles across five recorded MOT tests between 2021 and 2025. Every test has resulted in a pass, though none of the five has been advisory-free, with brake pad wear, deflector deterioration, CV boot cracking, and minor oil leaks recurring. Mileage progression has been steady at roughly 2,000 miles per year, suggesting light recent use rather than active daily driving. The combination of a clean pass record but a consistent advisory list places this car squarely in the 'mechanically functioning but showing its age' category.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the Porsche 944 to draw a statistical reliability conclusion. Anecdotally, well-maintained 944s are regarded as robust classics, though age-related wear on suspension, brakes, and seals is commonly reported.
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