PORSCHE 9111999 · 3.4L PETROL/GAS

The Porsche 911 presents a mixed mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 1 December 2025 at 119,083 miles. The vehicle passed that test, yet the maintenance trend over the preceding three years is best described as stable but chronically neglected in one specific area. Both front brake pipes have been repeatedly flagged for corrosion covered in grease or other material in every test from December 2023 through December 2025. This is not a resolving issue. The tester noted the same defect on both the nearside and offside across three consecutive annual tests, suggesting the pipes were cleaned and re-greased rather than replaced, a temporary cosmetic fix that masks ongoing corrosion risk. The December 2024 retest failure for ineffective wipers was a minor consumable issue and was resolved for the subsequent pass, but the persistent brake pipe advisory reveals a pattern of deferring proper repair. The mileage profile tells a clear story of very light use. Across roughly 27 years, the car has covered approximately 119,083 miles, averaging around 4,410 miles per year. The MOT records show consistent annual increments of about 1,500 to 1,800 miles between 2022 and 2025, indicating regular but gentle use rather than long periods of inactivity. That said, low mileage does not eliminate age-related deterioration. Rubber bushes, seals, brake fluid, and flexible hoses degrade with time as much as with mileage, and the repeated brake pipe corrosion advisory is consistent with a car that sits for extended periods allowing moisture to settle on untreated steel lines. A buyer should approach this car with focused attention on the braking system and structural underside. The front brake pipes require immediate inspection. Corrosion beneath grease is a concealment issue, and the actual wall thickness of those pipes is unknown. A proper repair means replacing the affected steel lines with new pipework, not reapplying grease. Beyond the flagged items, the rear brake system, suspension bushes, and subframe mounting points deserve close scrutiny given the car's age and the owner's apparent reluctance to address recurring defects properly. Tyre condition also warrants attention, as both front tyres were noted as worn close to the legal limit and on the edges at the most recent test, suggesting possible alignment issues or simply infrequent replacement. The clean pass in December 2022 with no defects is notable, but the subsequent three years of recurring advisories point to a shift in upkeep standards that a pre-purchase inspection must verify thoroughly.