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VE12 XMS

2012 Porsche Cayenne

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,033 mi
Last recorded102,033 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Porsche Cayenne69,751 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 XMS
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 102,033 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2025 97,630 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 97,630 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 92,642 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approximately 1.7mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 92,642 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approximately 1.7mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 86,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 76,745 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 65,938 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 60,338 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 54,622 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2018 49,832 miles

tpms light on

Pass 25 Aug 2017 43,242 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 37,025 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 37,008 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe to flexi hose union (3.6.A.1)

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2015 26,939 miles

n/s/r tyre on limit

o/s/r tyre getting low on tread

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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VE12 XMS is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VE12 XMS, 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 VE12 XMS registered?

VE12 XMS is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is VE12 XMS safe to buy?

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