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M16 XLJ

2012 Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic

White Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,018 mi
Last recorded125,018 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic72,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM16 XLJ
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne V6 D Tiptronic
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 125,018 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2025 124,348 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 119,933 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 108,816 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2021 108,814 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 83,201 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2019 83,011 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2019 82,513 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic?

Based on 3,409 MOT tests across 394 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
7,682
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
394
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 11
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 11
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M16 XLJ is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic in White with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2012 Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 72,050 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 V6 D Tiptronic fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M16 XLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M16 XLJ registered?

M16 XLJ is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne V6 D Tiptronic, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is M16 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M16 XLJ shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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