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GN57 VFW

2008 Porsche Cayenne

Black Petrol 4806cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

120,553 mi
Last recorded120,553 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Porsche Cayenne71,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 VFW
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,806cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 120,553 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 119,906 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 116,956 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 116,950 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges of tread low and damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 111,859 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 109,195 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 105,933 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 105,933 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 101,932 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 97,114 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 90,992 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 84,197 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 84,197 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 76,216 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 70,788 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 59,426 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 54,695 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 54,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 42,023 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 39,322 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Jan 2012 39,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 29,969 miles

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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GN57 VFW is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 4,806cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2008 Porsche Cayenne models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 71,032 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 GN57 VFW, 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 18 years old, this Porsche Cayenne is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN57 VFW registered?

GN57 VFW is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 3 January 2008.

Is GN57 VFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 VFW shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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