PORSCHE CAYMAN MOT pass rate
93.0% of 34,401 PORSCHE CAYMAN MOT tests pass.
The CAYMAN has a pass rate of 93.0%, a little higher than the average across all PORSCHE models (91.8%).
The PORSCHE CAYMAN passes its MOT 93.0% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 96.9% at 0–3 years to 86.8% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 96.9% | 783 | 15,727 miles |
| 3–6 years | 95.8% | 6,007 | 22,839 miles |
| 6–10 years | 95.8% | 11,192 | 34,731 miles |
| 10–15 years | 93.5% | 7,541 | 54,593 miles |
| 15+ years | 86.8% | 8,878 | 76,057 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the PORSCHE CAYMAN
The most common reason the PORSCHE CAYMAN fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 38.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 38.3% | Not working |
| Tyres | 27.2% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Brakes | 25.2% | Excessively corroded |
| Suspension | 16.4% | Fractured or broken |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 13.9% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Visibility | 12.4% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Identification of the vehicle | 6.0% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Body, chassis, structure | 4.4% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Steering | 3.3% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.3% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
Related PORSCHE models
- PORSCHE 911 — 92.2% pass rate
- PORSCHE MACAN — 94.7% pass rate
- PORSCHE CAYENNE — 91.0% pass rate
- PORSCHE BOXSTER — 87.8% pass rate
- PORSCHE PANAMERA — 92.8% pass rate
- PORSCHE TAYCAN — 94.5% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the PORSCHE CAYMAN?
- 93.0% of PORSCHE CAYMAN MOT tests pass, based on 34,401 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the PORSCHE CAYMAN?
- The most common reason the PORSCHE CAYMAN fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 38.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the PORSCHE CAYMAN's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the PORSCHE service history guide for how to check and keep one.