2021 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo Electric · MV71 SXJ

Accumulating roughly 11,550 miles per year over its five-year lifespan, this Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo has covered a total of 57,748 miles, aligning with typical usage patterns for an all-electric estate of this tier. This consistent mileage accumulation indicates regular operational use rather than prolonged periods of inactivity, meaning high-voltage battery systems, thermal management loops, and electronic control units have experienced continuous duty cycles. Mechanically, regular use helps prevent the static degradation often seen in vehicles left standing, though it places consistent demands on high-wear components such as tyres, suspension dampers, and braking hardware. The vehicle's test history reflects mostly clean passes punctuated by a notable set of tyre-related defects during its October 2025 examination, where a major failure was issued for a deep sidewall cut on the nearside front Hankook Ventus tyre, alongside very strong advisories for advanced wear on the offside front and offside rear tyres. This cluster of rubber degradation highlights the high scrubbing forces, significant torque loads, and heavy kerb weight characteristic of high-performance electric vehicles. Following rectifications, the subsequent MOT completed on October 21, 2026, resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, showing that the immediate compliance issues were addressed. During a physical inspection and test drive, prospective buyers must focus heavily on the condition of the running gear and suspension setup. Given the heavy operational load of the Taycan chassis, listen carefully for any dull knocks, clunks, or excessive float from the air suspension and multi-link axle assemblies when traversing speed humps or rough road surfaces. Any steering wander, vibration through the steering wheel, or uneven pull under braking should be checked immediately, as heavy electric vehicles can accelerate wear on control arm bushes, ball joints, and wheel alignment geometry. Finally, while the braking system on an electric vehicle is supplemented by regenerative deceleration, physical friction brakes still require thorough inspection. Check the brake discs for excessive lip formation, scoring, or corrosion on the friction surfaces resulting from under-use, and test the brake pedal feel for any sponginess or uneven bite. Inspect the inner and outer tread patterns of all four tyres to ensure even wear profiles, verifying that the previous alignment or suspension geometry issues flagged in earlier test records have not led to premature shoulder wear.