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Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S reliable? We analysed 599 real MOT tests across 150 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 599 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.8%
Typical Mileage
72,822mi
Annual Mileage
8,315mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S.

Specifications

Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2967cc
Engine
262bhp
Power
7.3sec
0–62 mph
173g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2967cc
Power
262 BHP
0–62 mph
7.3 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Brown
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
173 g/km Band H
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£235
Road tax (6 mo.)
£129.25
Insurance group
40 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,558 mi/yr
Typical
8,315 mi/yr
Average
8,961 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,684 mi/yr

Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
72,822 mi
75th Percentile
93,094 mi
95th Percentile
128,588 mi
Max Recorded
200,576 mi

How Does the Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S THIS CAR 89.8% 599 72,822 mi — yrs
Porsche 911 85.2% 977,057 55,056 mi 47 yrs
Porsche Boxster 82.8% 726,695 55,739 mi 29 yrs
Porsche Cayenne 84.5% 388,697 65,616 mi 23 yrs
Bsa B33 92.2% 1,172 11,130 mi 72 yrs

Compared to the Porsche 911 (85.2% pass rate) and the Porsche Boxster (82.8% pass rate), the Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S?

The Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.8% across 599 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S owner drives around 8,315 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S reliable?
Based on 599 MOT tests, the Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S has a 89.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S do per year?
The typical Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S does around 8,315 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.