2017 Porsche Panamera 4.0L Diesel · OO09 NJS

A clean and uninterrupted run of MOT passes defines the DVSA record for this 2017 Porsche Panamera, with seven consecutive tests since 2020 returning no defects and the most recent examination on 31 July 2026 also passing without advisory. The only blemishes recorded across the entire nine-year history are twin advisories issued on 29 September 2022 for slight damage and perishing to both front tyres, a finding that was clearly addressed given the absence of any tyre-related comment at subsequent tests. There have been no brake, suspension, exhaust, corrosion, or structural advisories, no advisory linked to fluid leaks, and no failures at any point, so the official record offers a strong and stable picture of roadworthiness rather than any pattern of chronic wear or repeat component concerns. The recorded mileage of 55,207 miles against a nine-year vehicle age works out to a fairly typical accumulation of roughly 6,100 miles per year, which for a Panamera suggests mixed use rather than the very low mileages often associated with secondary or weekend-only vehicles. There are no extended lay-up gaps evident from the test dates, and the testing cadence has remained reasonably consistent throughout the period, with the 2020 COVID extension advisory simply reflecting the national six-month exemption rather than any underlying defect. Mechanically, this kind of moderate, steady usage tends to be kinder to suspension bushes, coil springs, brake calipers, and drivetrain seals than either very low annual mileages or high continuous motorway use, as components are exercised regularly without being placed under prolonged thermal or static stress. Given the absence of recorded brake, disc, or calliper advisories, a prospective buyer should still carry out a physical inspection of the brake system, as Panamera braking components are known to suffer from seizing caliper slide pins and uneven pad wear, particularly on the front axle. Listen for any rubbing or grinding from cold, check for a firm pedal without sponginess, and inspect the inner and outer faces of the front discs for lipping or surface corrosion that has not been machined away. With the only historical advisories relating to front tyre deterioration, examine the current set closely for uneven shoulder wear which can point to misalignment or worn front suspension components, and confirm there is no cracking in the sidewalls even if the tread depth remains legal. The clean MOT record does not flag any suspension, subframe, or underbody corrosion concerns, but a Panamera of this age warrants a careful examination with the vehicle raised, looking for any surface corrosion on the front lower suspension arms, anti-roll bar drop links, and the rear multi-link assemblies. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven roads, pay particular attention to steering precision and any vagueness off-centre that could indicate worn thrust arms or top mount bearings, and check for any fluid weepage around the engine sump, transfer case, and rear differential seals when the vehicle is warm. Verify that the PDK automatic transmission changes smoothly without shudder on pull-away and that the adaptive air suspension, if fitted, raises and lowers promptly without an audible compressor whine, as these are known wear points on the model even when the MOT record itself is unblemished.