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RX05 ZHW

2005 Porsche 911

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,276 mi
Last recorded74,276 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Porsche 91149,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 ZHW
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 74,276 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 73,473 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side. (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 72,582 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side. corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 72,226 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front / rear. (1.1.11 (c))

front shock absorber casings corroded, both sides.

Pass 6 Oct 2021 71,685 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to calliper, and from hoses. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, to brake hoses. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 71,320 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2019 70,860 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 70,456 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 May 2017 70,147 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at caliper from hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at caliper, to and from hose. (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak transmission fluid? from cooler. ()

nearside rear tyre worn on the inner edge and has a nail in tread.

Pass 14 May 2016 69,850 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 68,586 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 60,774 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 50,576 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front tyres will require replacement shortly

Pass 25 Apr 2012 43,020 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 43,015 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,522 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 35,065 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 30,669 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 24,802 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 24,749 miles

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

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

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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RX05 ZHW is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RX05 ZHW, 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 RX05 ZHW registered?

RX05 ZHW is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is RX05 ZHW safe to buy?

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