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X3 AMG

2008 Porsche Cayenne

Black Petrol 4806cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

95,384 mi
Last recorded95,384 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Cayenne71,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 AMG
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,806cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 95,384 miles

Front sub frame bushes deteriorated

Pass 28 Feb 2025 93,113 miles

Front Front subframe bushes

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 91,407 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 88,775 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 85,202 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 80,834 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 79,208 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 79,206 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 74,046 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 69,726 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 64,985 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 60,770 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 56,185 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 51,323 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 44,646 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 44,646 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Pass 4 Jun 2012 34,127 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 34,079 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 22,470 miles

Front brake pads starting to get thin

O/S wiper smearing screen slightly

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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X3 AMG is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 4,806cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X3 AMG, 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

How do I check the history of X3 AMG?

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What year was X3 AMG registered?

X3 AMG is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is X3 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X3 AMG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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