2004 Porsche 911 3.6L Petrol · NAS 749

The Porsche 911 presents a stable and reassuring mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 7 January 2026, when it passed at 117,176 miles with zero defects recorded. A clean pass with no advisories or failures across the last five consecutive tests, spanning from October 2022 through January 2026, indicates a consistent pattern of roadworthiness. The maintenance trend is firmly stable, with no recurring faults, no escalating wear items, and no evidence of deferred repairs. For a 2004 vehicle of this calibre, that is a strong indicator that the car has been properly maintained rather than merely kept on the road. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of light, steady use. The car has covered roughly 13,100 miles over the four-year period from October 2022 at 104,076 miles to January 2026 at 117,176 miles, averaging approximately 3,275 miles per year in that window. That is consistent with the longer-term figure of around 5,300 miles per year over the car's full twenty-two-year life, which sits well below the UK average of roughly 7,500 to 8,000 miles annually. The progression between test dates shows no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps, suggesting regular rather than sporadic use. The December 2025 test at 116,984 miles, just two weeks before the January 2026 pass at 117,176 miles, is notable. The December test recorded a fail with no defects listed, which typically points to an administrative or procedural issue such as an incorrect VIN, a lighting aim discrepancy resolved before the retest, or a documentation error rather than a mechanical fault. The immediate clean pass in January confirms no underlying defect existed. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas the MOT does not fully interrogate. The 996-generation 911 is known for intermediate shaft bearing wear, rear main seal leaks, and bore scoring on the M96 engine, none of which routinely appear as MOT failures unless catastrophic. Suspension bushes, drop links, and front lower arm joints should be physically checked for play, as these components degrade gradually and may not present a failure-level defect until well past the point of noticeable deterioration. The brake system, while passing inspection, deserves attention given the car's low annual mileage. Standing for extended periods can cause disc surface corrosion and binding calipers that a short MOT drive cycle may not fully reveal. Structurally, the front longitudinal members, sills, and rear floor pans should be inspected for corrosion, as age-related rust remains a risk regardless of mileage. Tyre age should also be verified, as low-mileage cars frequently run on rubber that perishes from age rather than wear.