2003 Porsche 911 3.6L Petrol · AM02 ALE

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred component replacement. The most recent test in September 2025 at 59,849 miles passed despite recurring advisories regarding pitted and scored rear brake discs and a discoloured front direction indicator. These faults have remained unchanged across five consecutive tests since 2020, indicating that the owner is opting to meet the minimum legal safety requirements rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,600 miles per year. Between October 2020 and September 2025, the car covered only 1,520 miles, suggesting long periods of stationary or very limited use. While low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it directly explains the surface corrosion observed on the braking hardware. When a vehicle sits for long durations, moisture reacts with iron discs, leading to the pitting noted in the MOT records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the consistent pitting on the rear discs suggests the metal is nearing the end of its functional life or may suffer from reduced performance. The tester should also check for seized calipers or perished rubber lines which are common in cars that sit. Given the age and mileage, equal attention must be paid to the suspension bushings, coil springs, and tyre sidewalls for cracking or dry rot, as these components degrade through time regardless of distance driven.