Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 40 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 2.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a MOT Reliability Overview
The Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.5% and a failure rate of 2.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a presents for MOT with approximately 35,253 miles on the clock. The 2011 manufacture year performs best with a 96.7% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 2.5% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Together, these top 1 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 35,253 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.71 | 2.5% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a has 35,253 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 0.71% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a MOT Data
The Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.5% and a failure rate of 2.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and general vehicle condition for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Cayman S Black Edition S-a is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 2.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 2.5% of MOT failures on the Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a?
Based on 40 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a has an overall pass rate of 97.5% (2.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a?
The top 1 reasons a Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (2.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a reliable?
With a 2.5% MOT failure rate, the Cayman S Black Edition S-a is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Porsche Cayman S Black Edition S-a?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (2.5%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.