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1986 Porsche 944 2.5L Petrol · D894 TWE

D894 TWE

1986 Porsche 944 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1986. Recorded mileage 135,689 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
PORSCHE 944
Year / Origin
1986 · Chester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12/04/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
135,689 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 12/04/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1986
Engine
2479cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 1986 Porsche 944 presents a stable roadworthiness status. The most recent test on 14 April 2025 at 135,689 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the two prior passes on 22 March 2023 and 28 March 2022 at the same mileage also carried no advisories. The maintenance trend is steady with no worsening mechanical flags across the available record. The odometer reads 135,689 miles across all four MOT entries from 2022 to 2025, indicating the car has covered negligible distance in that three-year window and averages roughly 3,392 miles per year over its 40-year life. Such a low annual figure for a classic sports car suggests extended periods of storage rather than daily use. The record shows a sparse and clean history with no corrosion, suspension bush, brake disc, or exhaust emission concerns logged by any tester. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of structural integrity and hidden rust on the chassis and suspension mounting points, as MOT passes with no defects do not confirm absence of age-related corrosion on a 40-year-old vehicle. The identical mileages across tests mean the drivetrain, clutch, and brake calipers have seen little recent cycle loading, but standing time raises risk of perished seals, flat-spotted tyres, and binding calipers from inactivity. Given the 2022 entry shows both a fail and pass on 28 March at 135,689 miles with no defects listed, the failure likely involved administrative or unrecorded minor matters rather than hard mechanical fault. Prospective owners should verify the original failure reason and confirm fluid changes, cam-belt condition, and fuel system integrity before relying on the clean test pattern as proof of full mechanical health.

D894 TWE Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2025
  • 135,689 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring windscreen items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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D894 TWE Mileage History

  1. 28/03/2022135,689 mi
  2. 28/03/2022135,689 mi
  3. 22/03/2023135,689 mi
  4. 14/04/2025135,689 mi

Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

D894 TWE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 15:23
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Porsche 944 (D894 TWE) between March 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 14 April 2025 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: Windscreen (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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.

PASS
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ADVISORY