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R21 SSS

2005 Porsche 911

Silver Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

98,474 mi
Last recorded98,474 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Porsche 91149,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR21 SSS
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 98,474 miles

under body corrosion and brake pipes

Pass 12 Nov 2024 97,671 miles

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

under body corrosion

Pass 8 Nov 2023 95,114 miles

underside components slightly corroded - shock / springs ect

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2022 93,609 miles

all brake pipes slightly corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2021 89,110 miles

N/S/F outer cv boot perish

all tyres slight perish

Pass 27 Nov 2020 86,115 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 80,871 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 79,566 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp lens deteriorated, light output slightly reduced

Fail 30 Apr 2018 79,562 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Flexi hose to brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Flexi hose to brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Flexi hose to brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Outer (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Flexi hose to brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Outer (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp lens deteriorated, light output slightly reduced

Pass 8 May 2017 78,050 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 74,303 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 70,136 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 66,990 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 64,261 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 May 2013 63,326 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 44,306 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 57,682 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

slight deterioration of front tyres -age cracks

uneven front tyre wear

Pass 21 Mar 2011 52,642 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2010 50,715 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 47,937 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 45,101 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 25 Mar 2008 45,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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R21 SSS is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Silver 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 R21 SSS, 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.

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What year was R21 SSS registered?

R21 SSS is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is R21 SSS safe to buy?

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