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GX03 XFA

2003 Porsche Cayenne

Black Petrol 4511cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,289 mi
Last recorded120,289 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Porsche Cayenne81,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 XFA
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,511cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 120,289 miles

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all fuel tank straps heavily corroded

Fail 15 Dec 2025 120,289 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Fuel tank insecure strap broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

all fuel tank straps heavily corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2024 112,510 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Dec 2024 112,510 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 108,180 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 108,180 miles

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 101,586 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 94,590 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 94,590 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 91,080 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 87,085 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 86,421 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 83,140 miles

Nearside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 78,821 miles

engine management warning light displayed on dashboard

Pass 21 Jun 2016 69,740 miles

Management light on

Nearside Rear tail pipe clamp fractured

Pass 29 May 2015 66,042 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 66,042 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 64,010 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 61,406 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 56,501 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 48,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2011 48,459 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 40,202 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 33,844 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 31,418 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 31,418 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 26 Feb 2007 27,729 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 27,729 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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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GX03 XFA is a 2003 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 4,511cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Porsche Cayenne models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 81,817 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 GX03 XFA, 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 23 years old, this Porsche Cayenne is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX03 XFA registered?

GX03 XFA is a 2003 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 7 August 2003.

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