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GL59 PHV

2009 Porsche Cayenne

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

201,931 mi
Last recorded201,931 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Porsche Cayenne79,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 PHV
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 201,931 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear 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 on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 187,107 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 187,106 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 163,738 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2024 163,728 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2023 154,815 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 146,737 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 133,113 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 118,076 miles

Nearside Rear lamp slight crack

Rear brake pads wearing low discs corroded

Rear lights very slight condensation

incorrect tyre size front and rear tyres but same across each axle

minor oil leak from under vehicle

Pass 19 Dec 2018 109,650 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 97,599 miles

front brake pads are starting to wear thin

Pass 16 Dec 2016 86,181 miles

both front tyres are worn on the edges

Fail 16 Dec 2016 86,181 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyres are worn on the edges

Pass 21 Dec 2015 74,786 miles

offside rear tyre is down to approx. 3mm of tread

rear brake pads are getting low

Pass 15 Dec 2014 62,208 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 51,232 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 36,612 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 36,608 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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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GL59 PHV is a 2009 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Porsche Cayenne models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 79,053 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 GL59 PHV, 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 17 years old, this Porsche Cayenne is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL59 PHV registered?

GL59 PHV is a 2009 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 21 December 2009.

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