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2012 Porsche Cayenne 3.0L Diesel · SM12 AEV

SM12 AEV

2012 Porsche Cayenne (3.0L, diesel). First registered 30 May 2012. Recorded mileage 117,463 miles. MOT valid until 03 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
PORSCHE CAYENNE
Year / Origin
2012 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 03 Mar 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
117,463 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 03 Mar 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
2967cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted in March 2026 at 117,463 miles resulted in no defects, following a technical failure just two days prior at 117,461 miles. This immediate pass suggests a minor, easily rectified issue, such as a blown bulb or a sensor fault, which was addressed instantly before the re-test. Since November 2022, the Cayenne has maintained a clean record without recorded advisories or failures, indicating a level of consistent mechanical upkeep. The mileage pattern aligns with typical usage for a fourteen-year-old luxury SUV, averaging out approximately 8,400 miles per annum. Between October 2023 (88,850 miles) and February 2025 (109,124 miles), the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles in 16 months, showing a period of higher use. The interval between the February 2025 and March 2026 tests saw an accumulation of roughly 8,339 miles. This regular mileage suggests the vehicle does not suffer from the degradation often associated with long periods of inactivity, which can perish rubber components and seals. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must focus the physical inspection on high-wear components common to this model at this age and mileage. Inspect the air suspension system and control arm bushings for perished rubber, as these are frequent failure points beyond 100,000 miles. Check the brake discs for signs of thinning or uneven wear, as the MOT record does not explicitly flag binding calipers. Given the age of the vehicle, verify the chassis for corrosion around structural mounting points and exhaust hangers, despite the lack of structural advisories to date.

SM12 AEV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/03/2026
  • 117,463 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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SM12 AEV Mileage History

  1. 04/11/202282,473 mi
  2. 05/10/202388,850 mi+6,377 mi
  3. 27/02/2025109,124 mi+20,274 mi
  4. 03/03/2026117,461 mi+8,337 mi
  5. 04/03/2026117,463 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 10,510 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SM12 AEV MOT History

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

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Porsche Cayenne (SM12 AEV) between November 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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