2010 Porsche Cayman 3.4L Petrol · WYN 269

This Porsche Cayman’s most recent MOT test on 2025-08-07 resulted in a rare dual entry—one pass and one fail at identical mileage—before passing again without recorded defects. The immediate repetition of tests suggests either a genuine oversight in the system or a deliberate retest, but crucially, no mechanical issues were flagged in either instance. The preceding MOT history from 2022 to 2024 shows consistent passes with no advisories or defects, indicating a stable maintenance pattern over the past four years. While the lack of faults is reassuring, the absence of advisories in any test—even minor ones—is unusual for a vehicle of this age, as wear on suspension bushes, brake calipers, or corrosion would typically surface by now. The recorded mileage of 65,764 miles over 16 years equates to approximately 4,110 miles annually, which is unusually low for a high-performance sports car of this vintage. The gap between tests—consistently around 365 days—implies regular annual servicing, but the near-static mileage suggests prolonged periods of inactivity rather than active use. Notably, there are no MOT entries between 2022 and 2023, a gap of 13 months with only 2,081 miles accumulated, which could indicate the vehicle was stored or rarely driven. This pattern may have mitigated some wear, but it also raises questions about fluid changes, tyre rotation, and general upkeep during these periods. Given the lack of recorded defects, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on components that often fail silently or degrade predictably over time. The suspension—particularly the coil springs, bushes, and dampers—should be examined for uneven wear, fluid leaks, or excessive play, as these are common points of failure in high-mileage sports cars. Brake discs and calipers warrant close scrutiny; while not flagged in MOTs, binding calipers or uneven wear could indicate past neglect. Structural integrity is also critical; check for corrosion at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as Porsche Caymans from this era are prone to rust in these areas despite their aluminium bodywork. Finally, verify the condition of the exhaust system for cracks or leaks, as emissions systems in older models can develop silent failures that aren’t always caught in a standard MOT.