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SW08 YLJ

2008 Porsche Cayenne

Silver Petrol 4806cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,067 mi
Last recorded57,067 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Porsche Cayenne71,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 YLJ
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,806cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 57,067 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded pipes into steering rack (2.3.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 3 Aug 2015 55,211 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 55,211 miles

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)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 52,294 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 43,770 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2012 35,125 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2011 26,344 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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SW08 YLJ is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne in Silver 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 SW08 YLJ, 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 SW08 YLJ registered?

SW08 YLJ is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is SW08 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 YLJ 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.

Does SW08 YLJ have outstanding finance?

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