2016 Porsche Macan 2.0L Petrol · S3 LAJ
2016 Porsche Macan (2.0L, petrol). First registered 17/09/2016. Recorded mileage 44,550 miles. MOT valid until 23/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE macan
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,550 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1984cc
S3 LAJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
- 44,550 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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.
S3 LAJ Mileage History
- 31/08/202219,636 mi
- 05/09/202328,801 mi+9,165 mi
- 30/09/202436,214 mi+7,413 mi
- 24/10/202544,550 mi+8,336 mi
Average of roughly 7,913 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
S3 LAJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Porsche Macan (S3 LAJ) between August 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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