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S4 YSG

2008 Porsche Cayman

Black Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

104,878 mi
Last recorded104,878 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Cayman50,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS4 YSG
MakePorsche
ModelCayman
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 104,878 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 99,468 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2024 95,357 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 90,469 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 90,469 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 85,090 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 82,523 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 81,902 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 79,612 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 76,168 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 72,799 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 70,916 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 67,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 64,890 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 55,505 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 43,494 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 32,200 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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S4 YSG is a 2008 Porsche Cayman in Black with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S4 YSG, 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.

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What year was S4 YSG registered?

S4 YSG is a 2008 Porsche Cayman, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is S4 YSG safe to buy?

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