2007 Porsche Cayenne 4.5L Petrol · W31 WJM

The roadworthiness status of this Porsche Cayenne is currently compliant following a pass on the first of October 2025 at 91,680 miles, showing a stable maintenance trend over the immediate period compared to the preceding year. The historical record contains two failures, recorded on the sixteenth of August 2023 and the sixth of September 2025 respectively, although the available official data lists no specific defect descriptions for either refusal. This clean advisory record across multiple consecutive passes indicates that the vehicle met statutory roadworthiness standards during those inspections, but the lack of detailed failure reasons means underlying component wear cannot be fully assessed from the text alone. The vehicle accumulates mileage at a modest annual average, sitting at 91,680 miles across its nineteen-year lifespan, which equates to roughly 4,825 miles per year. This low-utilization pattern involves tight clustering of tests between August and October in recent years, including two separate tests conducted within a single month in late 2023 and again in late 2025. Such close test intervals often point to an initial failure followed by a prompt retest once corrective action was completed, reinforcing the need to cross-reference the physical logbook or V5C notes for workshop invoices. Prospective buyers must conduct a thorough physical inspection of high-wear mechanical components typical of this platform, specifically targeting the heavy multi-link suspension bushes, air suspension struts if equipped, and heavy-duty braking systems. The combination of low annual mileage and periods of lighter use can accelerate deterioration in rubber components, anti-roll bar linkages, and brake discs through surface corrosion on friction surfaces. Inspecting the underbody for structural corrosion, checking the integrity of the exhaust system, and verifying the operation of all drivetrain components during a comprehensive test drive remain essential steps before committing to a purchase.