2012 Porsche 911 3.8L Petrol · OO 5570

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred component degradation related to low usage. While the most recent test in July 2026 at 42,378 miles passed, it introduced several new advisories regarding pitted and scored brake discs and a non-excessive oil leak. These issues follow a previously clean record in 2024, suggesting that the vehicle is now showing signs of age-related wear rather than high-mile stress. At 42,378 miles over 14 years, the Porsche has averaged approximately 3,000 miles per year. This low-use profile is consistent throughout the history, though there is a notable gap between late 2019 and 2021 where the car covered only 309 miles in two years. This infrequent mileage appears to be the primary driver of the recurring faults noted, specifically the repeated reports of tyre cracking and perishing across multiple tests from 2022 to 2026. Components are failing due to age despite the low number of revolutions recorded. A buyer must scrutinise the rubber components, as the record shows persistent perishing on tyres dating back to 2019. The failure in 2024 due to an excessively worn offside suspension arm ball joint indicates that rubber bushings and joints are reaching the end of their service life. The oil leak flagged in the 2026 test requires a physical inspection to determine if it is a simple gasket seal or a more significant leak. Furthermore, the pitted and scored brake discs suggest the high-performance braking system has suffered surface corrosion during periods of inactivity, which will likely require replacement to ensure optimal performance.