Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S (2016)
2016 Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S
CarHunch analysed 129 real MOT records for the 2016 Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 44.1%, significantly below the UK average of 80%, which is a red flag for potential buyers. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare (0%), but the low pass rate suggests these vehicles commonly need repairs before they'll pass their test.
At a median mileage of 68,233 miles for an eight-year-old vehicle, these Cayennes have average usage, yet owners are encountering real problems—averaging 0.16 failures per test suggests structural or mechanical issues beyond wear and tear. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with Porsche diesel engines, as the MOT history indicates this generation has consistent compliance problems that money will be needed to fix.
What to check before buying a 2016 Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 128 | 43.6% | 0.16 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S vehicles fall between 54,025 and 82,040 miles.
2016 Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Tiptronic S — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 48 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
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