2013 Porsche Cayman 3.4L Petrol · GF63 NCD

The vehicle presents a recent history of addressing a significant suspension component failure, specifically a fractured nearside front coil spring, which led to a Major failure on 2024-05-14. This issue was promptly rectified, as evidenced by a pass on 2024-05-15, and the subsequent MOT on 2025-06-13 also resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. Prior to this, the record was generally stable with minor advisories for tyre perishing and a deteriorated registration plate. The recorded mileage of 54,828 over approximately thirteen years indicates a low average annual usage of around 4,218 miles. While this suggests less cumulative wear on major drivetrain components, it can contribute to age-related deterioration of rubber items and fluids. The historical advisories for perishing front tyres in 2018 and 2019 are consistent with a vehicle experiencing lower mileage, where tyres might age out before wearing out. Given the recent failure of a nearside front coil spring, a thorough inspection of the entire suspension system is paramount. On a test drive, listen carefully for any knocking or clunking sounds from the front axle, particularly when traversing uneven surfaces, speed bumps, or during steering manoeuvres. Pay attention to the vehicle's stance to ensure it sits level, and observe for any unusual handling characteristics or pulling to one side, which could indicate residual issues or wear in other suspension components such as shock absorbers, top mounts, or wishbone bushes that might have been stressed by the initial failure. Furthermore, while the previous tyre advisories have not recurred, it is prudent to check the current tyres for manufacturing dates, tread depth, and any signs of age-related cracking or perishing, as these can still deteriorate even with low usage. The cosmetic deterioration of the front registration plate, noted in 2021 and 2022, is a minor point but should be visually confirmed. Beyond these specific points, a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician would be advisable to assess the overall condition of perishable items like brake hoses, fluid condition, and other rubber components that can degrade over time regardless of mileage.