1993 Porsche 968 3.0L Petrol · K313 UCU
1993 Porsche 968 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 02 Jan 1993. Recorded mileage 196,607 miles. MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE 968
- Year / Origin
- 1993 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 196,607 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K313 UCU Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/12/2022
- 196,607 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K313 UCU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1993 Porsche 968 (K313 UCU) between September 2022 and December 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 December 2022 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: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural streng”; “Nearside Drive shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))”.
K313 UCU Mileage History
- 20/09/2022196,607 mi
- 12/12/2022196,607 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Porsche Porsche 968
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Common Problems: PORSCHE 968
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- VarioCam Camshaft Chain Tensioner Pad Wear(Serious)
The 3.0-litre M44/43 engine utilizes a timing belt to drive the exhaust camshaft, which in turn drives the intake camshaft via a small chain governed by the hydraulic VarioCam tensioner. The tensioner incorporates composite plastic ramp pads that guide the connecting chain. Over time and high mileage, these plastic pads become brittle, groove deeply, and fracture. If the pad disintegrates, the timing chain can jump teeth or snap, resulting in catastrophic piston-to-valve contact and destroyed cylinder heads.
- Power Steering Pump Fluid Leaks and Hydraulic Rack Failure(Moderate)
The engine-driven hydraulic power steering pump on the 968 is prone to seal deterioration and weeping around the front shaft seal and high-pressure hose unions. Fluid leaks frequently drip down onto hot exhaust manifolds and lower suspension wishbone bushes. If hydraulic fluid runs low, the pump overheats, cavitates, and suffers total mechanical seizure, which throws off the drive belt and makes steering the heavy front-engined sports car exceptionally difficult.
- Transaxle Pinion Bearing Wear and Synchromesh Deterioration(Serious)
The rear-mounted six-speed Getrag manual transaxle is subjected to high torque loads from the 3.0-litre four-cylinder powerplant. Over high mileages or aggressive track usage, the transaxle pinion shaft taper roller bearings develop pitting and wear, creating a distinct droning whine under acceleration and overrun. Additionally, second gear brass synchromesh rings wear out, causing gear selection resistance and crunching on brisk downshifts.
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- VarioCam Camshaft Chain Tensioner Pad WearSerious
The 3.0-litre M44/43 engine utilizes a timing belt to drive the exhaust camshaft, which in turn drives the intake camshaft via a small chain governed by the hydraulic VarioCam tensioner. The tensioner incorporates composite plastic ramp pads that guide the connecting chain. Over time and high mileage, these plastic pads become brittle, groove deeply, and fracture. If the pad disintegrates, the timing chain can jump teeth or snap, resulting in catastrophic piston-to-valve contact and destroyed cylinder heads.
- Power Steering Pump Fluid Leaks and Hydraulic Rack FailureModerate
The engine-driven hydraulic power steering pump on the 968 is prone to seal deterioration and weeping around the front shaft seal and high-pressure hose unions. Fluid leaks frequently drip down onto hot exhaust manifolds and lower suspension wishbone bushes. If hydraulic fluid runs low, the pump overheats, cavitates, and suffers total mechanical seizure, which throws off the drive belt and makes steering the heavy front-engined sports car exceptionally difficult.
- Transaxle Pinion Bearing Wear and Synchromesh DeteriorationSerious
The rear-mounted six-speed Getrag manual transaxle is subjected to high torque loads from the 3.0-litre four-cylinder powerplant. Over high mileages or aggressive track usage, the transaxle pinion shaft taper roller bearings develop pitting and wear, creating a distinct droning whine under acceleration and overrun. Additionally, second gear brass synchromesh rings wear out, causing gear selection resistance and crunching on brisk downshifts.
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