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GK08 ZTG

2008 Porsche Cayman

Red Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,728 mi
Last recorded104,728 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Cayman50,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 ZTG
MakePorsche
ModelCayman
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 104,728 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 98,687 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 98,687 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Feb 2025 98,679 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested both sides due to lenses deteriorated (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 29 Jan 2024 93,736 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 91,548 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 89,305 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 88,690 miles

exhaust flange nuts and studs corroded

Fail 1 Feb 2021 88,688 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flange nuts and studs corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2020 84,999 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 76,346 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 76,346 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 70,618 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2017 64,835 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit very poor condition (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit very poor condition (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

Rear exhaust tail pipe claps in poor condition

Fail 8 Feb 2017 64,835 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit very poor condition (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit very poor condition (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

Rear exhaust tail pipe claps in poor condition

Pass 10 Feb 2016 56,670 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 52,766 miles

Front brake pads over half worn

Pass 12 Mar 2014 42,377 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 33,488 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 33,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 29,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2011 24,617 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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GK08 ZTG is a 2008 Porsche Cayman in Red with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK08 ZTG, 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 GK08 ZTG registered?

GK08 ZTG is a 2008 Porsche Cayman, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is GK08 ZTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 ZTG shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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