2005 Porsche Cayenne 4.5L Petrol · LA54 VMV
2005 Porsche Cayenne (4.5L, petrol). First registered 04 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 124,282 miles. MOT expired on 01 Sept 2025.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE CAYENNE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Sept 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,282 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LA54 VMV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2024
- 124,282 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LA54 VMV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Porsche Cayenne (LA54 VMV) between June 2022 and September 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LA54 VMV Mileage History
- 08/06/2022116,244 mi
- 31/08/2023121,585 mi+5,341 mi
- 03/09/2024124,282 mi+2,697 mi
Average of roughly 3,589 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Porsche Porsche Cayenne (955/957)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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