2010 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L Petrol · PFZ 2068

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in September 2025, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to mechanical upkeep. The most recent test at 135,451 miles resulted in an immediate failure due to both front and rear brake pads being below the legal 1.5mm threshold. While these faults were rectified to secure a pass, the recurring nature of thin brake components suggests the owner only addresses mechanical issues when a test fails rather than during scheduled service intervals. The mileage profile is consistent with a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered 8,246 miles, moving from 123,946 to 132,192 miles. This steady accumulation indicates a typical usage pattern, which explains the consistent wear observed on consumables. There are no signs of long periods of inactivity, though the vehicle remains subject to standard age-related degradation of rubber and metal components. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as the record shows a persistent trend of worn pads across three consecutive years. The 2023 failure also highlighted a TPMS warning and a failed offside headlamp, indicating that basic electrical and sensor checks were previously neglected. The presence of engine undertrays obscuring components in 2023 and 2024 limited the tester's ability to inspect the chassis for potential structural corrosion or oil leaks. A physical inspection should verify the integrity of the suspension bushings and check for hidden rust that remains undetected beneath those undertrays.