2005 Porsche 911 3.8L Petrol · K17 PBS

The 2026‑07‑02 MOT at 139,823 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness and suggesting a stable maintenance trend despite earlier recurring faults. The absence of any advisory or failure items in the latest test contrasts with multiple prior failures, indicating that previous owners have addressed the most serious issues and the vehicle now meets the required standards. Over the 21‑year lifespan the mileage has risen from 75,786 miles in March 2015 to 139,823 miles in July 2026, averaging about 6,658 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 21‑year‑old Porsche 911. The record shows continuous accumulation with no extended periods of zero mileage; the most recent 43‑mile increase in the 13 months before the July 2026 test points to limited recent use, while the jump from 139,034 miles in November 2023 to 139,780 miles in June 2025 reflects a moderate pace of around 4,500 miles per year. Recurring observations of slight play in the rear and front lower suspension arm ball joints, worn rear anti‑roll bar bushes, and tyre wear on the edges suggest that suspension components and tyre maintenance have been the primary focus of past work. The 2023 failure listing a fractured front coil spring and insecure sub‑frame mount indicates potential structural fatigue that a buyer should verify, as should the condition of the brake discs, pads and calipers, given the thin pad wear noted in 2018 and the earlier parking brake deficiencies. A prospective purchaser should therefore inspect the condition of the suspension bushes, ball joints and anti‑roll bar mounts for excessive movement, examine tyre tread depth and wear patterns, test the parking brake function on both sides, and check for any signs of rust or damage to the sub‑frame and suspension arms, while also confirming that the recent MOT’s clean record reflects genuine remedial action rather than temporary fixes.