2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Electric · AJ70 AEX

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S in question demonstrates a consistently strong roadworthiness record, with all three MOT tests—conducted at 13,633, 17,754, and 19,186 miles—resulting in clean passes without any defects or advisories. The most recent test, on 11 October 2025, confirms the vehicle remains fully compliant with current UK roadworthiness standards. There is no evidence of recurring mechanical issues, and the absence of advisories suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a level that avoids preventable failures. However, the 2026 date underscores that the next MOT is due within approximately nine months, meaning the vehicle will have accumulated around 2,000–3,000 additional miles by then. This interval is standard for a low-mileage vehicle, but buyers should verify whether the owner has adhered to the manufacturer’s service schedule, particularly for high-performance components like regenerative braking systems and thermal management fluids. The recorded mileage of 19,186 miles over six years—approximately 3,200 miles annually—indicates unusually light usage for a vehicle of this type and age. The gaps between tests are consistent with this pattern: 4,121 miles between the January 2024 and February 2025 tests, and another 1,432 miles between February 2025 and October 2025. Such low mileage could imply either minimal driving or prolonged periods of storage, which may have mitigated wear on consumables like tyres and brakes. However, it also raises questions about whether critical fluids (e.g., coolant, brake fluid, or electric coolant) have been refreshed according to Porsche’s aggressive service intervals. The lack of advisories does not preclude the need for a full service history verification, as some failures—such as degraded battery cells or cooling system inefficiencies—may not always trigger MOT failures until they become severe. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on high-stress components that are not routinely tested under standard MOT criteria. The regenerative braking system, given the Taycan’s electric architecture, warrants scrutiny for wear on brake discs and pads, particularly if the vehicle has experienced any aggressive driving or repeated high-speed charging cycles. The suspension geometry, including coil springs, dampers, and bushings, should be examined for uneven wear or binding, as electric vehicles often place unique loads on these systems. Corrosion, though less likely at this mileage, should be checked in the wheel arches, subframe, and battery tray, especially if the vehicle has spent time in coastal or high-humidity environments. Finally, the battery health—while not MOT-tested—must be assessed via a professional diagnostic, as degradation can occur even with low mileage if the vehicle has not been regularly charged or driven under varying conditions.