2015 Porsche Macan 3.0L Petrol · KU11 ANN

The most recent DVSA examination on 10 November 2025 resulted in a Pass, with only two minor defects recorded relating to a rear reflector and a rear fog lamp lens cover. While the vehicle is currently roadworthy, the maintenance trend shows clear signs of recent intervention following a substantial failure on 5 November 2025, which included a dangerous defect for both front brake pads being below 1.5 mm and a major defect for a split offside front drive shaft CV boot. The fact that the vehicle passed just five days after failing on safety-critical items suggests that remedial work was carried out immediately prior to the retest, and a prospective buyer should verify the quality and provenance of those repairs, particularly the front brake overhaul and the replacement of the CV boot, before placing any reliance on the current pass certificate. The recorded mileage of 98,758 miles over approximately 11 years equates to an annual average of around 8,978 miles, which is broadly typical for a premium SUV of this age and segment. There are no significant gaps in the annual MOT testing history, indicating the vehicle has been in regular use rather than left standing for prolonged periods, which is generally positive for avoiding calendar-related degradation of components such as brake discs, calipers and suspension bushes. However, the consistent pattern of front-end wear items appearing year on year, including brake discs in 2025, tyres in 2020 and 2024, and front suspension bushes in 2025, suggests that the higher wear-rate components of the front axle are being exercised frequently, consistent with a vehicle driven in normal mixed conditions rather than predominantly motorway use. Given the advisory items relating to both nearside and offside front upper suspension rod bushes being worn, although not yet resulting in excessive movement, a buyer should be alert to early signs of suspension deterioration on a test drive. Listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end when traversing speed bumps, potholes, or uneven surfaces, and pay particular attention to vagueness in steering response, uneven or feathered front tyre wear, and any tendency for the vehicle to drift or wander on the motorway, as these are classic indicators of worn front suspension bushes. Furthermore, the dangerous brake pad defect recorded earlier in 2025, combined with advisories for worn front brake discs and recurring front tyre edge wear, points to an aggressive front-brake bias or a tendency for the driver to load the front axle heavily. A buyer should request evidence that the front brake discs and pads have been replaced or turned, that the CV boot has been properly renewed and the joint re-greased, and that the front upper suspension arms or their bushes have been inspected for replacement, as the advisories suggest these items are approaching the threshold of MOT failure. Although the brake and suspension wear pattern is consistent with the recorded mileage, certain items on the history warrant closer physical inspection. The recurring advisories for rear tyres wearing on the edge suggest that the rear wheel alignment, including camber settings, should be checked and the condition of any adjustable suspension components or rear trailing arm bushes assessed. The split CV boot, if not replaced correctly, can rapidly lead to contamination and premature failure of the constant velocity joint itself, producing a clicking or knocking sound on full lock or during sharp acceleration, so this repair warrants particular scrutiny. Beyond the recorded defects, a vehicle of this age and mileage, being a complex premium SUV, should be subject to a thorough inspection of age-related items including the condition of all brake calipers for binding or seized pistons, the health of the 12V battery which often deteriorates on a calendar basis irrespective of mileage, the state and age of all under-bonnet fluids including brake fluid, coolant and transmission oil, and a careful check of the underbody and exhaust system for corrosion. Given the high specification and repair costs associated with Porsche drivetrain components, an independent pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with the Macan platform is strongly recommended, and where fitted, the transfer case and rear differential should be checked for oil leaks and any signs of play or noise on a road test.