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C3 JNL

2003 Porsche Cayenne

Black Petrol 4511cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,905 mi
Last recorded116,905 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Porsche Cayenne81,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 JNL
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,511cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 116,905 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 116,894 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 114,087 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 112,821 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 112,821 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 104,132 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 102,037 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 101,786 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 91,818 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 80,899 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 72,635 miles

both front tyres wearing on the inner edge

Pass 4 Aug 2010 64,658 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 55,729 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 55,729 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 47,082 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 38,352 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 38,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 27,324 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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C3 JNL is a 2003 Porsche Cayenne in Black with a 4,511cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Porsche Cayenne models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 81,817 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 C3 JNL, 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 23 years old, this Porsche Cayenne is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C3 JNL registered?

C3 JNL is a 2003 Porsche Cayenne, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is C3 JNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 JNL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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