2004 Porsche Cayenne 3.2L Petrol · SF54 EEA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards degrading suspension and structural components. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 117,171 miles passed, it flagged a worn offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush. This is a recurring issue, having first appeared in January 2025. The persistence of these faults suggests that the rubberized components and ball joints are reaching the end of their functional life despite the relatively low mileage. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 117,171 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,300 miles. This low usage pattern often accelerates the deterioration of age-related materials rather than mechanical wear. Between February 2022 and January 2023, the car covered only 2,356 miles resulting in a clean MOT record. However, the appearance of cracked and perished tyres in early 2025 alongside deteriorated headlight lenses indicates the vehicle has likely sat for long periods, which leads to dry rot in rubber and oxidation-related failures. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear subframe, as corrosion was noted in both 2024 and 2025. While the tester previously described it as not seriously weakened, structural rust on a heavy SUV of this age can progress rapidly if left untreated. The front suspension requires immediate attention due to multiple reports regarding the offside wheel bearing, nearside upper arm ball joint, and offside lower arm bush. These cumulative faults indicate that the front assembly is failing and will require component replacement to ensure vehicle handling and prevent further failures.