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NL08 NKA

2008 Porsche Cayman

Red Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

67,721 mi
Last recorded67,721 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Cayman50,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL08 NKA
MakePorsche
ModelCayman
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 67,721 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2026 67,721 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 57,215 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at suspension arm bolt (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 54,032 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 54,018 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 49,596 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 49,388 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 48,536 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 48,536 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded calliper brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded calliper brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust clamps cracked

Pass 15 Feb 2021 47,389 miles

Both front coil springs corroded

Exhaust tail pipe clamp cracked

Pass 10 Feb 2020 45,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 43,980 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 42,225 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 40,094 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 38,095 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 35,822 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 33,312 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 31,228 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 29,281 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 27,497 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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NL08 NKA is a 2008 Porsche Cayman in Red with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2008 Porsche Cayman models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 50,133 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 NL08 NKA, 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 18 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 NL08 NKA registered?

NL08 NKA is a 2008 Porsche Cayman, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is NL08 NKA safe to buy?

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