2013 Porsche Cayenne — MOT failures & pass rate
12,108 MOT tests on the 2013 Porsche Cayenne are in this dataset, and 87.8% of them passed. Against large SUVs of a similar age (16.4% fail rate), the 2013 Cayenne comes out 4.2pp better. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (4.5%) and suspension (3.8%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, tread depth and headlamp aim — coil spring alone was recorded 562 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2013 Cayenne fails 10.4% of the time in the 0-30k band and 14.1% at 150k+, a spread of only 3.7 points.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 1.8pp more often than petrol ones (12.4% vs 10.6%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.5% | 549 |
| 2 | Suspension | 3.8% | 464 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.6% | 442 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.3% | 280 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.1% | 256 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.8% | 99 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 562 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 332 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 249 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 181 |
| 5 | Washers | 163 |
| 6 | Wipers | 157 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 20.0% | 2,424 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.7% | 2,026 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.4% | 778 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 6.3% | 764 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 4.9% | 587 |
| 6 | Suspension | 4.6% | 554 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 241 | 10.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,812 | 9.3% |
| 60-90k | 4,685 | 12.6% |
| 90-120k | 3,693 | 13.4% |
| 120-150k | 1,279 | 11.6% |
| 150k+ | 397 | 14.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 10,579 | 12.4% |
| Petrol | 1,307 | 10.6% |
| Hybrid | 222 | 14.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,417 | 11.1% |
| 2022 | 2,417 | 11.0% |
| 2023 | 2,477 | 13.9% |
| 2024 | 2,412 | 12.8% |
| 2025 | 2,385 | 12.4% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Cayenne
On a 2013 Cayenne, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (4.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (3.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (3.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2013 Porsche Cayennes pass their MOT?
87.8% of the 12,108 2013 Porsche Cayenne MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Porsche Cayenne?
Tyres, recorded in 4.5% of tests, followed by suspension (3.8%).
Does the 2013 Cayenne get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.4% in the 0-30k band to 14.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 12,108 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.