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FJ08 HGF

2008 Porsche Cayman

Black Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

96,477 mi
Last recorded96,477 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Cayman50,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 HGF
MakePorsche
ModelCayman
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 96,477 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 95,436 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 94,214 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 93,267 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 92,222 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 91,703 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 90,337 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 90,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 83,149 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Dec 2017 75,400 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 69,168 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 67,533 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2014 63,814 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 63,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 56,481 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 48,015 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 38,689 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Cayman?

Based on 183,163 MOT tests across 18,218 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
3,060
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
18,218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,565
position lamp(s) not working 1,354
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 490
Headlamp aim too high 486
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FJ08 HGF is a 2008 Porsche Cayman in Black with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Porsche Cayman models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 50,133 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Cayman fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,565 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 HGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Cayman typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Porsche Cayman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ08 HGF registered?

FJ08 HGF is a 2008 Porsche Cayman, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is FJ08 HGF safe to buy?

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