2009 Porsche Panamera S S-A 4.8L Petrol · SK59 WHW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs regarding safety-critical braking components. Following a failure in June 2026 at 52,880 miles, the car passed a re-test one day later at 52,893 miles. While the immediate failures regarding exposed tyre cords were addressed, the remaining mechanical advisories indicate an ongoing issue with the braking system, suggesting that components are only replaced once they reach a point of failure rather than through preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 2009 registration, averaging approximately 3,111 miles per year over its 17-year lifespan. There is a notable gap in usage recorded between April 2024 (46,843 miles) and April 2025 (50,093 miles), where the vehicle covered only a few thousand miles. This low-frequency usage often leads to accelerated aging of rubber-based components and the degradation of fluid seals, which is consistent with the findings in the inspection records. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. Recurring corrosion on the ferrule of both nearside and offside front brake hoses has been noted consistently from 2024 through 2026, presenting a risk of sudden failure if not replaced. Furthermore, the fractured rear coil springs identified in April 2024 suggest the suspension components may be under stress or aged, which correlates with the uneven inner-edge tyre wear observed in early 2025. The tyres require immediate attention as the June 2026 test identified perishing and cracking on both rear tyres, a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles sitting for extended periods. The rear inner brake discs are also pitted and scored, indicating the braking surface is nearing replacement. Any buyer should verify that the alignment has been corrected to ensure the previous inner-edge wear has not caused secondary damage to the steering rack or suspension bushings.