2011 Porsche Panamera 3.0L Petrol · RE11 WRT

The most recent MOT test on 28 November 2025 recorded a pass at 139,250 miles, but both front and rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin. This indicates the vehicle remains roadworthy today, yet braking components are approaching the end of their service life. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though recurring advisories around brake wear and minor defects suggest routine servicing has been adequate rather than meticulous. No structural corrosion or serious mechanical failures have been recorded, which is encouraging for a fifteen-year-old Porsche Panamera. Mileage accumulation has been consistent at roughly 9,300 miles per year, sitting squarely within typical use for this age. The jump from 114,297 miles in October 2023 to 129,268 miles by November 2024 represents around 15,000 miles in just over twelve months, a noticeable acceleration compared to the longer-term average. That spike may reflect a change of owner or a period of heavier use, but no corresponding surge in serious defects appeared in the 2024 or 2025 tests. The mileage record itself is clean, with no obvious gaps or anomalies suggesting long periods of inactivity or clocking. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system in front. Front and rear pads were both noted as wearing thin at the most recent test, meaning replacement is likely imminent. The 2024 failure for an inoperative engine management light and a damaged rear lens points to minor electrical and cosmetic issues that appear to have been resolved, but the engine MIL circuit should be scanned for stored fault codes during any pre-purchase inspection. The oil leak advisory from November 2024, described as not excessive, warrants a thorough check of engine and transmission seals underneath the car, as Panamera powertrains are known to develop weeping gaskets with age. Suspension and structural integrity deserve careful scrutiny. At nearly 140,000 miles, front and rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers will have absorbed considerable fatigue. The under-trays and covers noted during the 2024 failure suggest the car has been kept tidy externally, but a physical inspection should verify the condition of subframe mounts, wishbone bushes, and any signs of corrosion on load-bearing panels. Tyre wear patterns should also be examined, given the 2023 advisory flagged both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and on the edges, which can indicate alignment drift or worn suspension geometry.