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RJ12 XAM

2012 Porsche Cayenne

Blue Petrol 4806cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

104,918 mi
Last recorded104,918 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Porsche Cayenne69,751 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ12 XAM
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,806cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 104,918 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor oil leak from OSF of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 100,527 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 96,995 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower radius arms are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower radius arms are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

gearbox crossmember is corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2023 96,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower radius arms are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower radius arms are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

gearbox crossmember is corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2022 87,991 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 79,027 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 71,401 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 64,593 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 55,331 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 49,151 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 49,151 miles

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 40,908 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 30,976 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 30,976 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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RJ12 XAM is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne in Blue with a 4,806cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RJ12 XAM, 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 RJ12 XAM registered?

RJ12 XAM is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 12 July 2012.

Is RJ12 XAM safe to buy?

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