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K5 KXB

2006 Porsche Cayman

Red Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

75,849 mi
Last recorded75,849 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Porsche Cayman53,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK5 KXB
MakePorsche
ModelCayman
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 75,849 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 68,506 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 66,671 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 65,003 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 64,927 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 64,873 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 62,119 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 62,119 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 60,437 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 57,131 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 53,256 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 53,256 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 47,729 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 47,402 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 46,034 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 44,510 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2014 42,233 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 38,826 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 35,676 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 35,674 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 24,470 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 10,481 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 5,544 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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K5 KXB is a 2006 Porsche Cayman in Red with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2006 Porsche Cayman models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 53,967 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 K5 KXB, 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 20 years old, this Porsche Cayman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K5 KXB registered?

K5 KXB is a 2006 Porsche Cayman, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is K5 KXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K5 KXB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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