2005 Porsche 911 3.8L Petrol · WX55 UFC

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of deferred component replacement and recurring corrosion. The most recent test in October 2025 at 117,157 miles passed despite persistent issues with pitting and scoring on the brake discs. While the car has passed its last two tests, the history of failures related to emissions and headlamp alignment suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they are required for an MOT certificate rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 117,157 miles, this 21-year-old Porsche reflects a low usage profile of approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent intervals, with roughly 1,800 miles covered between the September 2023 and October 2024 tests, and another 2,300 miles leading to the most recent inspection. This low mileage often correlates with the gradual degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces, as evidenced by the recurring reports of perished seals and corroded pipes across multiple years. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the tester flagged worn bushes on the offside front tuning fork and the rear toe arm in both 2023 and 2024. These issues have remained unresolved, indicating that the rubber components are nearing the end of life. The recurring corrosion on the offside front brake pipe and the front-to-rear sill pipes requires close scrutiny to ensure that structural integrity is not being compromised by hidden rust, which could lead to sudden fluid failure. The braking system requires attention due to the consistent pitting and scoring on the rear discs noted since 2023. This condition often occurs when a vehicle sits for long periods, which is consistent with the low annual mileage figures. Additionally, the presence of engine covers and undertrays obscuring testable items has hindered the tester's view previously; a buyer should remove these panels to check for oil leaks or structural corrosion that remains hidden from the official record.