Porsche Macan MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Porsche Macan. Check any Macan by registration number below.

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85.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.6%

vs Porsche Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Porsche Macan — MOT Reliability Overview

The Porsche Macan has an average MOT pass rate of 85.4%, which is 4.6 percentage points below the Porsche brand average of 90.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Macan is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Porsche Macan fails its MOT are a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your Macan for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Porsche Macan, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Porsche Macan performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 427 vehicles

98.1%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

2.3%

Mileage at 3yr

33k mi

2021

Based on 8,427 vehicles

96.3%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

4.3%

Mileage at 3yr

38k mi

2020

Based on 14,747 vehicles

96.1%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.6%

Retest Rate

4.2%

Mileage at 3yr

38k mi

Mileage at 5yr

53k mi

2019

Based on 16,852 vehicles

96.1%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

4.4%

Mileage at 3yr

39k mi

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

2018

Based on 13,275 vehicles

95.4%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

5.2%

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

2017

Based on 19,210 vehicles

95.1%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

5.8%

Mileage at 5yr

68k mi

2016

Based on 15,006 vehicles

92.8%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

9.1%

2015

Based on 13,215 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

12.6%

Mileage at 10yr

121k mi

2014

Based on 8,000 vehicles

0.9%Poor

Porsche average: 90.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

0.1%

Mileage at 3yr

24k mi

Mileage at 5yr

40k mi

0

Based on 28,509 vehicles

93.3%Excellent

Porsche average: 90.1%

Mileage at 5yr

43k mi

Top MOT Failures — Porsche Macan

The most common reasons a Porsche Macan fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.4%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

0.8%

A tyre seriously damaged

0.8%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

0.6%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

0.4%

Porsche Macan Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

0.5%

Rear

0.5%

Rear Offside

0.2%

Other Porsche Models

Compare MOT reliability across Porsche models.

Porsche Cayman

95.7% pass rate

Porsche Carrera Coupe Sport

88.4% pass rate

Porsche 911 Carrera 4 S

100.0% pass rate

Porsche 911 Carrera

99.1% pass rate

Porsche Carrera Gt

87.5% pass rate

Porsche Panamera 4s E-hybrid S-a

86.8% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Porsche Macan

Porsche Macan — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Porsche Macan MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Porsche Macan?

The average MOT pass rate for the Porsche Macan is 85.4% compared to the Porsche average of 90.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Porsche Macan?

The most common MOT failures on the Porsche Macan are: A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (1.4%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (0.8%), A tyre seriously damaged (0.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Porsche Macan reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 85.4%, the Porsche Macan is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Porsche Macan?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Porsche Macan?

Typical mileage for the Porsche Macan: 32,797 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Macan to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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