Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic reliable? We analysed 1,288 real MOT tests across 217 vehicles to find out.
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The Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, position lamp(s) not working and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic.
Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 51 | 76.5% | 54,995 | 72,114 | 96,198 |
| 2008 | 57 | 82.5% | 52,879 | 72,414 | 81,958 |
| 2007 | 127 | 80.3% | 36,178 | 66,497 | 95,460 |
| 2006 | 61 | 85.2% | 71,544 | 93,540 | 117,796 |
| 2005 | 169 | 77.5% | 49,335 | 84,335 | 115,800 |
| 2004 | 176 | 84.7% | 43,288 | 60,741 | 85,245 |
| 2003 | 448 | 78.8% | 48,501 | 72,151 | 115,046 |
How Long Does a Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic Last?
Based on 217 Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic vehicles on UK roads.
Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.2% MOT pass rate from 61 tests
76.5% MOT pass rate from 51 tests
The best year to buy a used Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.2% across 61 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic THIS CAR | 79.7% | 1,288 | 79,837 mi | 23 yrs |
| Porsche 911 | 85.2% | 977,057 | 55,056 mi | 47 yrs |
| Porsche Boxster | 82.8% | 726,695 | 55,739 mi | 29 yrs |
| Porsche Cayenne | 84.5% | 388,697 | 65,616 mi | 23 yrs |
| Honda Civic Ex I-ctdi | 76.2% | 484 | 136,905 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Porsche 911 (85.2% pass rate) and the Porsche Boxster (82.8% pass rate), the Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.7% across 1,288 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (28 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (11), and registration plate lamp not working (10). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic owner drives around 5,860 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Porsche Cayenne S Tiptronic models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.