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OU05 VLN

2005 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3824cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,886 mi
Last recorded47,886 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche 91149,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 VLN
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,824cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 47,886 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 47,567 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 47,076 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 46,332 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 46,332 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 45,274 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 43,999 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 43,015 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 40,040 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 38,778 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 33,404 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 32,999 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 31,803 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 31,022 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 30,010 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2013 28,792 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 28,739 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

front and rear brake discs pitted

front brake pads cracked and in very poor condition

Pass 13 Apr 2012 28,109 miles

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

front brake discs worn

nearside front brake pad cracked/breaking up

offside front brake pad cracked

Pass 2 Feb 2011 26,912 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 23,492 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 21,556 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 19,371 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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OU05 VLN is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,824cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OU05 VLN, 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

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What year was OU05 VLN registered?

OU05 VLN is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is OU05 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 VLN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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