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G5 TAG

2012 Porsche Cayenne

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,145 mi
Last recorded111,145 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Porsche Cayenne69,751 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 TAG
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 111,145 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 102,535 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 94,297 miles

Both rear tyres worn, inner edge worn low on legal limit close to cords

Front brake pads worn

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread, edges worn (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread, edges worn low (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 94,297 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Both rear tyres worn, inner edge worn low on legal limit close to cords

Front brake pads worn

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread, edges worn (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread, edges worn low (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 83,851 miles

Both Rear Tyres Inner Edge Wearing Unevenly

Pass 25 Sep 2021 72,920 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 64,273 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 58,212 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2018 50,471 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Sep 2018 50,471 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2017 43,090 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2016 35,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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G5 TAG is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G5 TAG, 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 G5 TAG registered?

G5 TAG is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is G5 TAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 TAG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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