2008 Porsche Cayenne 4.8L Petrol · RO08 XNU

The 2008 Porsche Cayenne maintains a consistent pass record, but the maintenance trend is worsening regarding front suspension wear. In the February 2026 test at 151,933 miles, the tester flagged worn nearside and offside front lower suspension arm rear bushes, mirroring a similar advisory from the February 2022 test at 135,806 miles. The tester also flagged an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and on the edge. Minor advisories included a deteriorated rear registration plate and a defective nearside rear indicator lens. Accumulating 151,933 miles over 18 years equates to roughly 8,441 miles annually, a typical figure for this vehicle. The MOT records show steady, consistent usage without prolonged periods of inactivity. Between the February 2022 test at 135,806 miles and the February 2026 test at 151,933 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 16,127 miles over four years. The recent February 2026 test recorded 151,933 miles, meaning the vehicle has covered around 2,999 miles in the last four months, indicating ongoing regular use rather than long-term standing. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension and wheel alignment, given the recurring deterioration of the lower suspension arm bushes. The tester flagged worn front and rear bushes on both sides in February 2022 at 135,806 miles, and the rear bushes again in February 2026 at 151,933 miles, suggesting the earlier wear was never fully rectified or the components degrade rapidly. Tyre condition requires close scrutiny. The history shows repeated advisories for cuts, perishing, and edge wear, culminating in an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit in February 2026. This pattern of uneven wear and frequent tyre degradation hints at possible tracking issues or deferred maintenance. The recurring headlamp lens discolouration and minor lighting faults are cosmetic and electrical consumables rather than structural risks, but they do indicate a pattern of cosmetic neglect. A buyer should verify the condition of the child seat area on the nearside rear, as a previous test noted a fitted child seat obstructing the full inspection of the adult belt. Checking the structural integrity of the rear subframe and exhaust system is also prudent, as the high mileage and age increase the likelihood of corrosion, even though the MOT records do not explicitly cite structural rust.