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GU56 TXB

2006 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3824cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

55,327 mi
Last recorded55,327 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Porsche 91146,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 TXB
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,824cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 55,327 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 54,208 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 53,379 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 53,364 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 51,691 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

covers fitted

slight oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2021 50,111 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 48,201 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 46,898 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 46,883 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 44,837 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 42,818 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 39,875 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 36,143 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 31,655 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 31,650 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 27,945 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 4 Dec 2013 27,905 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 19 Nov 2012 23,432 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 20,132 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 15,725 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 12,514 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 12,322 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front tyres worn on inner edges

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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GU56 TXB is a 2006 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,824cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 46,650 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU56 TXB, 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 20 years old, this Porsche 911 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU56 TXB registered?

GU56 TXB is a 2006 Porsche 911, first registered on 14 November 2006.

Is GU56 TXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 TXB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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