2006 Porsche Cayenne 4.5L Petrol · MX06 XVJ
2006 Porsche Cayenne (4.5L, petrol). First registered 31 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 415,562 km. MOT valid until 03 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE CAYENNE
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 415,562 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MX06 XVJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2026
- 415,562 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MX06 XVJ 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 2006 Porsche Cayenne (MX06 XVJ) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
MX06 XVJ Odometer History
- 28/07/2024386,055 km
- 05/08/2025402,459 km+16,404 km
- 05/08/2025402,459 km
- 29/06/2026416,843 km+14,384 km
- 05/08/2026415,562 km-1,281 km
Average of roughly 14,597 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded odometer reading decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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The original plastic pipes under the intake manifold fail and leak coolant onto the starter motor.
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The centre support bearing on the cardan shaft fails, causing a thumping noise under the centre console. A near-certain failure point on all 955/957 models.
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