2018 Porsche Macan 3.0L Petrol · GJ18 BCU
2018 Porsche Macan (3.0L, petrol). First registered 21 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 87,688 miles. MOT expired on 15 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE macan
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,688 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GJ18 BCU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2025
- 87,688 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GJ18 BCU 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 (GJ18 BCU) between March 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GJ18 BCU Mileage History
- 17/03/202272,747 mi
- 16/05/202382,704 mi+9,957 mi
- 08/05/202485,930 mi+3,226 mi
- 08/05/202485,930 mi
- 07/05/202587,688 mi+1,758 mi
Average of roughly 4,759 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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- 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 JudderSerious
Wear in the transfer box causes a shuddering sensation. A very common Macan complaint.
- Front Suspension Arm WearModerate
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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