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P31 CYN

2012 Porsche Cayenne

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,921 mi
Last recorded140,921 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Porsche Cayenne69,751 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 CYN
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 140,921 miles

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2024 132,089 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 130,591 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 119,952 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 108,915 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 96,805 miles

front brake pads thin

Pass 26 Jun 2019 81,720 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 81,306 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 64,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 295/35/21 Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 295/35/21 Y (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover and under trays fitted unable to fully inspect some components

Pass 22 Feb 2017 36,866 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 29,737 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 19,797 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 19,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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P31 CYN is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 P31 CYN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P31 CYN registered?

P31 CYN is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is P31 CYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P31 CYN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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