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VX54 TAU

2005 Porsche 911

Grey Petrol 3596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,397 mi
Last recorded40,397 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche 91149,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 TAU
MakePorsche
Model911
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 40,397 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 40,213 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 38,684 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 38,013 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 36,780 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 35,038 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 34,360 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 34,242 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 32,759 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 31,928 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 29,860 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 27,938 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 26,939 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 25,472 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 24,723 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 22,567 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 21,046 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 17,963 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 14,357 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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VX54 TAU is a 2005 Porsche 911 in Grey with a 3,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX54 TAU, 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 VX54 TAU?

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What year was VX54 TAU registered?

VX54 TAU is a 2005 Porsche 911, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is VX54 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX54 TAU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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