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A65 MEL

2008 Porsche Cayenne

Grey Petrol 4806cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

135,456 mi
Last recorded135,456 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Porsche Cayenne71,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA65 MEL
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,806cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 135,456 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 130,594 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 126,561 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 120,707 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 117,346 miles

Front windscreen has slight damage (chip) not adversely affecting view of the road

Fail 13 Jul 2021 117,346 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower suspension (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower suspension (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front both sides, wipers leaving slight marks then goes after couple seconds

Front windscreen has slight damage (chip) not adversely affecting view of the road

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and tyre also perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 114,813 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 109,643 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 103,523 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 94,967 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 90,348 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 79,984 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 68,468 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 47,358 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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A65 MEL is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne in Grey with a 4,806cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 A65 MEL, 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 A65 MEL?

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What year was A65 MEL registered?

A65 MEL is a 2008 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is A65 MEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A65 MEL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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