2016 Porsche Macan 3.6L Petrol · RLB 8S
2016 Porsche Macan (3.6L, petrol). First registered 16 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 58,541 miles. MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE macan
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,541 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
RLB 8S Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2026
- 58,541 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Porsche Porsche Macan
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
RLB 8S Mileage History
- 20/12/202348,038 mi
- 23/12/202452,592 mi+4,554 mi
- 28/03/202554,169 mi+1,577 mi
- 17/03/202658,541 mi+4,372 mi
- 18/03/202658,541 mi
Average of roughly 4,684 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RLB 8S 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 2016 Porsche Macan (RLB 8S) between December 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: PORSCHE macan
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Timing Cover Oil Leak (V6)(Moderate)
Aluminium bolts on the timing cover snap, causing oil to seep. Can be fixed with steel bolts or a full engine-out reseal.
- Transfer Case Judder(Serious)
Wear in the transfer box causes a shuddering sensation. A very common Macan complaint.
- Front Suspension Arm Wear(Moderate)
The front lower control arms and coffin arms wear prematurely, especially on cars with larger 20-21 inch wheels. Causes clunking over bumps.
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- Timing Cover Oil Leak (V6)Moderate
Aluminium bolts on the timing cover snap, causing oil to seep. Can be fixed with steel bolts or a full engine-out reseal.
- Transfer Case JudderSerious
Wear in the transfer box causes a shuddering sensation. A very common Macan complaint.
- Front Suspension Arm WearModerate
The front lower control arms and coffin arms wear prematurely, especially on cars with larger 20-21 inch wheels. Causes clunking over bumps.
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