2010 Porsche Carrera GT 3.8L Petrol · R15 GWC

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a period of mechanical inconsistency that has been resolved. The most recent test in March 2026 at 84,150 miles recorded no defects, indicating that the recurring issues identified in previous years have been addressed. While the history shows significant failures in 2023 and 2024, the two subsequent passes without any advisories suggest the car is currently being maintained to a standard that meets operational requirements. At 84,150 miles over sixteen years, the Porsche reflects a low-mileage profile of approximately 5,200 miles per year. This low mileage is consistent throughout the record, though there is a notable increase in activity between March 2023 and March 2026, where the vehicle covered over 12,000 miles in three years. The low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber-based components, which is evidenced by the repeated failures of CV boots, brake cables, and pipes during the 2023 and 2024 inspections. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the braking and suspension systems, given the history of recurring faults. The tester noted corroded front brake pipes and damaged rear cables in 2023, while an offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint failed in 2024. These issues suggest that while components are replaced upon failure, they are prone to corrosion or wear from sitting stationary. The split offside front CV boot noted in 2024 indicates a need to check all drive shafts for grease ingress which may have compromised the internal joints. The record also highlights a pattern of neglecting tyre maintenance, with multiple failures for tyres worn to the legal limit or structural bulges in 2020 and 2024. The buyer must verify the current alignment and tyre condition, as uneven wear was noted on inner edges in recent test failures. While the current MOT status shows no outstanding defects, the history of a coolant leak in 2017 warrants a close check of the cooling system for any signs of recent weeping or residue deposits.