2014 Porsche Cayenne 4.1L Diesel · RO14 VCV

The most recent DVSA test on 19 December 2025 recorded a PASS with no defects recorded, following closely on from a FAIL three days earlier on 16 December 2025. That earlier test identified a Major defect for a malfunctioning or inoperative tyre pressure monitoring system, alongside three advisories flagging tyres worn close to the legal limit and on their edges. The fact that the TPMS fault and tyre wear issues were apparently resolved so quickly suggests they were addressed with replacement components prior to the re-test. Looking at the broader record, advisories have appeared intermittently across several tests, including a deteriorated rear registration plate in 2024, an inoperative registration plate lamp in 2023, minor windscreen damage in 2022, and thin front and rear brake pads plus a worn tyre in 2021. The presence of brake pad and tyre advisories in 2021 followed by relatively clean tests indicates a generally stable maintenance trend, though the late-2025 tyre and TPMS cluster suggests that attention to tyre condition and the related monitoring system should form part of any pre-purchase assessment. The recorded mileage of 128,619 miles across approximately twelve years equates to an average of around 10,700 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and not suggestive of either extreme underuse or punishing high-mileage accumulation. The MOT history does not show any obvious gaps that would indicate long periods of standing, and the progression of mileage between tests is consistent with regular, moderate use. For a Porsche Cayenne of this vintage and mileage, the mechanical implication is that consumable items such as brake discs and pads, tyres, suspension components, and drivetrain fluids will have accrued substantial wear, even if not yet reflected in MOT failures. The presence of front and rear brake pad advisories in 2021 reinforces that brake wear should be a primary inspection point, as pads and discs on a vehicle of this weight and performance tend to wear steadily. Given the recurring theme of tyre wear across the MOT history, particular attention should be paid to all four tyres during a physical inspection. Uneven or inner-edge wear, as flagged on the offside front in late 2025 and again on the offside front in 2021, can be symptomatic of suspension geometry issues such as worn wishbone bushes, top mounts, or drop links, and may also indicate tracking misalignment. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps or rough surfaces, and pay close attention to steering response and any pulling to one side under braking. Verify that a working tyre pressure monitoring system is fitted and functioning, as the 2025 Major defect shows this has previously been a fault area, and ask whether the TPMS sensors were replaced or reset. The rear tyres flagged at 2 to 3mm of tread in late 2025 should by now have been replaced, so confirm that all four tyres have adequate tread depth and are of matching specification. Beyond the recorded defects, a Cayenne of this age and mileage warrants thorough age-appropriate checks regardless of a clean current MOT. Brake discs should be inspected for lipping, hot spots, and surface corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has stood, and calipers should be confirmed as releasing cleanly without binding. The 12V battery, coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid should be checked for age-related degradation rather than purely mileage-based servicing, as calendar-aged fluids lose their protective qualities. Inspect the underbody and suspension arms for corrosion, paying particular attention to the front subframe, brake lines, and exhaust mounting points. Examine the coil springs for corrosion or breakage, check for any oil leaks from the engine, transfer box, or differential, and verify that the service history is complete with evidence of regular oil and filter changes. Finally, confirm that any previously advisory items, particularly around brake pads and tyres, have been properly rectified, and request the most recent workshop invoices to substantiate the work carried out between the failed and passed tests in December 2025.