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2004 Porsche Cayenne 3.2L Petrol · SJ04 HLE

SJ04 HLE

2004 Porsche Cayenne (3.2L, petrol). First registered 10 Jun 2004. Recorded mileage 231,441 miles. MOT expired on 03 May 2026.

Make & Model
PORSCHE CAYENNE
Year / Origin
2004 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 03 May 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
231,441 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 3.2L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 03 May 2026
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
3189cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a consistent record of passing MOT tests. The most recent inspection on 2 May 2025 at 231,441 miles returned no defects, indicating that the vehicle has maintained its roadworthiness without significant failures or advisories in the recent testing cycle. This continuity suggests a consistent approach to basic compliance and suggests that any previous mechanical issues have been addressed or were not present during these inspections. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,520 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression from 223,173 miles in November 2021 to 231,441 miles in May 2025. This incremental increase suggests regular, predictable usage rather than long periods of stagnation or excessive high-speed motorway transit. The lack of sudden spikes or significant gaps in the testing timeline indicates the vehicle has been in active, regular service. Given the high mileage of 231,441, a physical inspection should focus on components subject to heavy wear. While the MOT record is clean, the high mileage necessitates a thorough check of the suspension system, specifically the control arm bushes and coil springs, which often show fatigue on heavy SUVs. You should also inspect the brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding, and check the underside for any signs of structural corrosion or oil leaks from the engine and gearbox. The absence of advisories in the recent history is a positive indicator, but at this mileage, the condition of consumables like tyres and wiper blades should be verified against the current date. Since the last recorded test was over a year ago, ensure the vehicle has been maintained according to the manufacturer's service schedule between the recorded MOT dates.
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SJ04 HLE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/05/2025
  • 231,441 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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SJ04 HLE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Porsche Cayenne (SJ04 HLE) between November 2021 and May 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

SJ04 HLE Mileage History

  1. 04/11/2021223,173 mi
  2. 19/11/2022224,520 mi+1,347 mi
  3. 04/04/2023225,758 mi+1,238 mi
  4. 04/05/2024229,157 mi+3,399 mi
  5. 02/05/2025231,441 mi+2,284 mi

Average of roughly 2,368 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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