2018 Porsche Macan 3.0L Petrol · BU18 VMJ
2018 Porsche Macan (3.0L, petrol). First registered 10/03/2018. Recorded mileage 72,388 miles. MOT valid until 09/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE macan
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,388 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 2997cc
BU18 VMJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2026
- 72,388 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Porsche Porsche Macan
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BU18 VMJ Mileage History
- 25/02/202233,279 mi
- 06/03/202343,117 mi+9,838 mi
- 01/03/202454,791 mi+11,674 mi
- 03/03/202563,462 mi+8,671 mi
- 06/03/202672,388 mi+8,926 mi
Average of roughly 9,717 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BU18 VMJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Porsche Macan (BU18 VMJ) between February 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: PORSCHE macan
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Timing Cover Oil Leak (V6)(Moderate)
Aluminium bolts on the timing cover snap, causing oil to seep. Can be fixed with steel bolts or a full engine-out reseal.
- Transfer Case Judder(Serious)
Wear in the transfer box causes a shuddering sensation. A very common Macan complaint.
- Front Suspension Arm Wear(Moderate)
The front lower control arms and coffin arms wear prematurely, especially on cars with larger 20-21 inch wheels. Causes clunking over bumps.
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