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SJ08 VGS

2008 Porsche Cayenne

Black Petrol 4806cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,191 mi
Last recorded83,191 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Porsche Cayenne71,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 VGS
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,806cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 83,191 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 81,974 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2019 79,744 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 77,532 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 65,712 miles

both headlamp patterns poor

Fail 29 Jun 2016 65,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 61,960 miles

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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SJ08 VGS is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 4,806cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Porsche Cayenne models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 71,032 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SJ08 VGS, 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 18 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 SJ08 VGS registered?

SJ08 VGS is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SJ08 VGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 VGS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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