Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S reliable? We analysed 4,171 real MOT tests across 339 vehicles to find out.
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The Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, headlamp aim too high and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S.
Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 790 | 79.1% | 49,991 | 78,035 | 108,970 |
| 2005 | 1,530 | 79.8% | 57,430 | 87,401 | 119,952 |
| 2004 | 1,606 | 79.0% | 53,077 | 80,978 | 111,551 |
How Long Does a Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S Last?
Based on 339 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S vehicles on UK roads.
Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S 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 Tiptronic S
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.8% MOT pass rate from 1,530 tests
79.0% MOT pass rate from 1,606 tests
The best year to buy a used Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.8% across 1,530 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.0% — 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 Tiptronic S Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S THIS CAR | 79.7% | 4,171 | 84,909 mi | 22 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 |
| Renault Trucks Master 100.35 | 75.3% | 1,647 | 110,258 mi | 15 yrs |
Compared to the Porsche 911 (85.2% pass rate) and the Porsche Boxster (82.8% pass rate), the Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.7% across 4,171 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 Tiptronic S are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (144 recorded failures), headlamp aim too high (57), and registration plate lamp not working (47). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic S owner drives around 5,890 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 Tiptronic S models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.