2008 Porsche Cayman 2.7L Petrol · CN08 AMK

The vehicle presents a consistent history of MOT passes over the last several years. In the most recent test in April 2023 at 38,395 miles, the Porsche passed without any recorded defects. This follows a period of clean results in 2022 and 2020, although a failure occurred in April 2021 at 36,693 miles. That failure indicates that the previous owner addressed specific mechanical issues promptly, as the vehicle returned to passing standards thereafter. At 18 years old, the mileage of 38,395 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 2,133 miles per year. This low usage pattern suggests minimal wear on mechanical components like the engine and gearbox, but it often leaves rubber-based parts degrading due to age rather than distance. The gap between the February 2020 and April 2021 tests indicates the car may have sat stationary for extended periods, which can lead to seized brake calipers, perished suspension bushes, or fluid degradation despite the low odometer. The failure in April 2021 at 36,693 miles remains the only point of concern in the recent record. Since the vehicle has passed two subsequent tests without advisories, the current mechanical state appears stable. However, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis for corrosion and the condition of the tyres, as aged low-mileage vehicles often suffer from dry rot or flat spots that standard MOT tests may not fully capture.