Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Porsche Cayman S A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Porsche Cayman S A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Porsche Cayman S A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2013 Porsche Cayman S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 380 vehicles, the 2013 Porsche Cayman S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Porsche Cayman S A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Porsche Cayman S A (2013)

380 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.8% first-time pass rate

2013 Porsche Cayman S A

CarHunch analysed 380 real MOT records for the 2013 Porsche Cayman S A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 380 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2013 Porsche Cayman S is a serious reliability concern: only 26.5% pass the MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and petrol models fare no better at 24.4%. While dangerous defects are rare at 3.2%, this car will require meaningful maintenance investment—the high failure rate suggests buyers should budget for frequent repairs.

At 35,951 miles on average, these Caymans are running relatively low mileage for their age, yet they're still accumulating 0.16 failures and 1.6 advisories per MOT visit. The pattern points to age-related wear and specialist maintenance issues rather than abuse, so if you're considering one, factor in an independent Porsche pre-purchase inspection before committing and budget for preventative maintenance to avoid costly failures between tests.

The 2013 Porsche Cayman S A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.8% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.16

Over 3.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

33k

Middle half: 25k–44k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

These stats describe 380 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 380 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (97%)	369	94.8%	0.16

Colour Breakdown

Based on 978 Porsche Cayman S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 40.4%

395

Black 20.7%

202

Yellow 10.3%

101

Red 9.4%

Grey 8.9%

Silver 5.5%

Blue 4.1%

Brown 0.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Porsche Cayman S A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

32,839

typical

25,185

low mileage

43,787

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Porsche Cayman S A vehicles fall between 25,185 and 43,787 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 25,185 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 25,185–43,787 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Porsche Cayman S As sit.

⚠ Over 59,112 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Porsche Cayman S A — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 Porsche Cayman S As are still on the road.

Strong survival — 87 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

3.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.16

Avg failures per vehicle

1.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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