2009 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L Diesel · SF59 RHZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred attention regarding rubber component degradation. The most recent test in October 2025 at 109,383 miles flagged a worn bush on the nearside front lower suspension arm and deterioration in both front brake hoses. While the vehicle passed, the recurring nature of the brake hose issues across multiple years suggests the previous owner only addresses faults once they approach failure limits rather than performing proactive preventative replacement. At 109,383 miles, the Cayenne has averaged approximately 6,400 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a significant three-year gap between the July 2022 test at 106,007 miles and the October 2025 test, during which only 3,376 miles were recorded. This period of inactivity suggests the car may have sat for long durations, which often accelerates the per of rubber components like hoses and CV boots despite the low overall mileage. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front braking system and suspension geometry. The brake hoses have appeared as an advisory in every test since at least 2020, indicating they are likely reaching the end of their service life. You should also inspect the offside front inner CV boot, which was noted as deteriorated in 2022, to ensure no grease leakage has compromised the drive joint. Furthermore, the worn suspension arm bush flagged in 2025 requires a check for play that causes uneven tyre wear, which could compromise the steering precision expected from this model.