Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic reliable? We analysed 3,409 real MOT tests across 394 vehicles to find out.
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The Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic.
Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1,558 | 86.6% | 47,967 | 72,050 | 97,446 |
| 2011 | 863 | 86.8% | 43,025 | 71,422 | 101,050 |
How Long Does a Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic Last?
Based on 394 Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic vehicles on UK roads.
Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Porsche Cayenne V6 D 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 V6 D Tiptronic
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.8% MOT pass rate from 863 tests
86.6% MOT pass rate from 1,558 tests
The best year to buy a used Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.8% across 863 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.6% — 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 V6 D 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 V6 D Tiptronic THIS CAR | 87.3% | 3,409 | 77,319 mi | 15 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 NS125 | 65.8% | 3,986 | 23,246 mi | 40 yrs |
Compared to the Porsche 911 (85.2% pass rate) and the Porsche Boxster (82.8% pass rate), the Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.3% across 3,409 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 V6 D Tiptronic are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (13 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (13), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (12). 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 V6 D Tiptronic 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 V6 D Tiptronic owner drives around 7,682 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 V6 D Tiptronic models stay on UK roads for around 15 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.