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AV07 SMV

2012 Porsche Cayenne

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

114,971 mi
Last recorded114,971 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Porsche Cayenne69,751 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV07 SMV
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 114,971 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2025 114,960 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 109,249 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 101,037 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 101,037 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 96,561 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 83,614 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 83,365 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded link pipe on Caliper. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays and Engine covers fitted.

Pass 28 Dec 2019 78,843 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 67,936 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2019 67,930 miles

Road wheel fixing missing all four wheels (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 62,769 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 47,987 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 47,987 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 34,018 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Porsche Cayenne?

Based on 388,697 MOT tests across 42,208 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
6,478
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
42,208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,217
Headlamp aim too high 2,528
Registration plate lamp not working 1,986
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,711
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 1,701
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AV07 SMV is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Porsche Cayenne models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 69,751 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Porsche Cayenne fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV07 SMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Cayenne typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 14 years old, this Porsche Cayenne is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV07 SMV registered?

AV07 SMV is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 25 September 2012.

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