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K161 NMD

1993 Porsche 968

Black Petrol 2990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,408 mi
Last recorded142,408 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Porsche 968103,593 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK161 NMD
MakePorsche
Model968
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,990cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 142,408 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 141,919 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 138,678 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear inner sill area corroded

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear inner sill area corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 138,650 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 138,562 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 138,404 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 138,404 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 138,100 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axel mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 137,936 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 137,883 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 137,836 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 137,795 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 137,148 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 134,244 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 134,243 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 131,613 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 131,613 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 128,957 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 127,380 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 127,379 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 126,145 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 124,851 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 123,336 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 122,055 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 122,055 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Porsche 968?

Based on 16,956 MOT tests across 1,152 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
1,114
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
1,152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 548
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 382
Brake pipe excessively corroded 274
fog lamp not working 255
parking brake recording little or no effort 229
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K161 NMD is a 1993 Porsche 968 in Black with a 2,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Porsche 968 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 103,593 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 968 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 548 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K161 NMD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 968 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Porsche 968 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K161 NMD registered?

K161 NMD is a 1993 Porsche 968, first registered on 8 April 1993.

Is K161 NMD safe to buy?

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