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Porsche 911

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 3,600 cc

P511 PCAMOT history

P511 PCA is a blue petrol Porsche 911 first used on 13 Feb 1997. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 115,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

P511 PCA blue Porsche 911 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
115,137 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P511 PCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
911
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
13 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P511 PCA was last recorded at 115,137 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,009 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
128 miles
Average per year
3,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,137 miles
  • 2025 – 115,009 miles
  • 2024 – 114,678 miles
  • 2023 – 114,220 miles
  • 2022 – 109,584 miles
  • 2020 – 107,413 miles
  • 2019 – 100,430 miles
  • 2018 – 98,351 miles
  • 2017 – 96,089 miles
  • 2016 – 93,021 miles
  • 2015 – 89,728 miles
  • 2014 – 84,444 miles
  • 2013 – 79,649 miles
  • 2012 – 76,901 miles
  • 2010 – 69,639 miles
  • 2009 – 65,767 miles
  • 2008 – 62,582 miles
  • 2007 – 58,131 miles
  • 2006 – 53,736 miles
  • 2005 – 48,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,137 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,137 miles (+128)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    115,137 miles
    Test number
    358164286865
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,009 miles (+331)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    115,009 miles
    Test number
    463262808221
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,678 miles (+458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,678 miles
    Test number
    681681623313
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass114,220 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    114,220 miles
    Test number
    601150406582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass109,584 miles (+2,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,584 miles
    Test number
    384675903887
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f headlamp has full pattern but looks slightly dull .

  6. Pass107,413 miles (+6,983)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,413 miles
    Test number
    456337433440
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass100,430 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,430 miles
    Test number
    253247089594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,425 miles (+2,074)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,425 miles
    Test number
    125377730261
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass98,351 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    98,351 miles
    Test number
    677337522363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,089 miles (+3,068)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,089 miles
    Test number
    930323464527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,021 miles (+3,293)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,021 miles
    Test number
    889381464520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,728 miles (+17)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,728 miles
    Test number
    596608865133
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail89,711 miles (+5,267)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,711 miles
    Test number
    976957865130
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass84,444 miles (+4,795)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    84,444 miles
    Test number
    479488264156
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass79,649 miles (+2,748)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,649 miles
    Test number
    129300243154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,901 miles (+7,262)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    76,901 miles
    Test number
    148280952173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,639 miles (+3,872)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    69,639 miles
    Test number
    403453480106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,767 miles (+3,185)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    65,767 miles
    Test number
    351770689109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,582 miles (+4,451)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    62,582 miles
    Test number
    252060098198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,131 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    58,131 miles
    Test number
    191535187183
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail58,129 miles (+66)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,129 miles
    Test number
    871454487198
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail58,063 miles (+4,327)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,063 miles
    Test number
    372537177149
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass53,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,736 miles
    Test number
    964561986125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,736 miles (+4,789)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,736 miles
    Test number
    294770686476
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise both front discs worn
    • NoteAdvise front brake pads low

  25. Pass48,947 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    48,947 miles
    Test number
    220033675194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about P511 PCA

Does P511 PCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P511 PCA is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P511 PCA?
The MOT on P511 PCA is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P511 PCA done?
P511 PCA was recorded at 115,137 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,182 miles a year.
Has P511 PCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P511 PCA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2019.
Has the mileage on P511 PCA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P511 PCA find?
P511 PCA passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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