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SW56 UBN

2006 Porsche Cayman

Black Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

79,744 mi
Last recorded79,744 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Porsche Cayman53,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW56 UBN
MakePorsche
ModelCayman
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 79,744 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 May 2026 79,729 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases various joints (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2025 78,469 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive bellhousing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2025 78,466 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive bellhousing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2024 77,775 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 May 2024 77,775 miles

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

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant pipes o/s and n/s (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 73,514 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 2 May 2019 71,448 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wear outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 May 2019 71,448 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wear outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 69,415 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and front both (3.6.B.2c)

slight oil leak

Fail 5 May 2018 69,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and front both (3.6.B.2c)

slight oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2017 68,110 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished

Pass 26 Apr 2016 64,631 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 59,005 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 59,005 miles

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

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

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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SW56 UBN is a 2006 Porsche Cayman in Black with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Porsche Cayman models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 53,967 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 Cayman fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,565 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW56 UBN, 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 20 years old, this Porsche Cayman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW56 UBN registered?

SW56 UBN is a 2006 Porsche Cayman, first registered on 18 October 2006.

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