2012 Porsche Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A models manufactured in 2012, based on 53 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2012 Porsche Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A MOT Analysis
The 2012 Porsche Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A has an MOT pass rate of 96.2% based on 53 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 75,804 miles on the odometer. With a 3.8% failure rate, the 2012 Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Porsche Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A is Non-component advisories, responsible for 3.8% of failures. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Tyres is the second most common issue at 3.8%.
Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Non-component Advisories | 3.8% | 2 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.8% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 75,804 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-component advisories | 0.50 | 3.8% | 2 |
| Tyres | 0.50 | 3.8% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2012 Porsche Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A has an MOT pass rate of 96.2% based on 53 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 75,804 miles on the odometer. With a 3.8% failure rate, the 2012 Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Porsche Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to non-component advisories: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. At 75,804 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Non-component advisories — 3.8% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on 2012 Porsche Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Tyres — 3.8% of failures
Tyres issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on 2012 Porsche Cayenne Gts V8 Tiptronic S A models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.