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BU05 RZC

2005 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,491 mi
Last recorded71,491 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Porsche 91149,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 RZC
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 71,491 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 70,740 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 70,251 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 69,436 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 68,654 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 67,902 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 67,221 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 67,209 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 65,877 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 65,182 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 64,663 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 63,713 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 62,349 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 31 Mar 2015 62,345 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front shockabsorbers have no damping affect

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2014 59,263 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 57,563 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 53,761 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 48,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 37,976 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 33,554 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 33,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside wiper deteriorating

Pass 28 Jul 2008 30,083 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 911?

Based on 977,057 MOT tests across 73,061 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,867
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
73,061
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,869
position lamp(s) not working 7,590
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6,439
Headlamp aim too high 6,432
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,466
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BU05 RZC is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 49,844 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,869 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 RZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 21 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU05 RZC?

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What year was BU05 RZC registered?

BU05 RZC is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is BU05 RZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 RZC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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