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J17 GSM

2012 Porsche Cayenne

Black Diesel 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,695 mi
Last recorded87,695 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Porsche Cayenne69,751 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 GSM
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 87,695 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 81,190 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2025 81,189 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 71,740 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 54,581 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 51,208 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 48,263 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Apr 2019 44,833 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 41,403 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 May 2017 38,322 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 34,387 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 29,519 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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J17 GSM is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 3,189cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J17 GSM, 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 J17 GSM registered?

J17 GSM is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is J17 GSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J17 GSM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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