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A8 VBG

2012 Porsche Cayenne

Black Other 4511cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,183 mi
Last recorded66,183 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Porsche Cayenne69,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VBG
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine4,511cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 66,183 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 64,210 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 63,262 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 54,928 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 54,928 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 42,049 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 35,630 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 29,068 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 24,746 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 18,590 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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A8 VBG is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 4,511cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 A8 VBG, 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

How do I check the history of A8 VBG?

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What year was A8 VBG registered?

A8 VBG is a 2012 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is A8 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VBG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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