Porsche Macan
From 79,525 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Macans fare better: 2022 models pass at 98.1% vs 89.3% for 2014.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 932 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 932 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 800 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 553 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 335 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 224 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 215 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 170 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 163 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 145 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 123 |
Porsche Macan on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 9,651 newly registered in the past year with 584 leaving, a net gain of 9,067. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 50,750 | 838 | +1,807 | -257 | +1,550 |
| 2025 Q2 | 49,225 | 813 | +1,735 | -116 | +1,619 |
| 2025 Q1 | 47,605 | 814 | +2,811 | -0 | +2,828 |
| 2024 Q4 | 44,797 | 794 | +3,298 | -211 | +3,087 |
| 2024 Q3 | 41,783 | 721 | +871 | -194 | +677 |
| 2024 Q2 | 41,173 | 654 | +1,261 | -69 | +1,192 |
| 2024 Q1 | 39,981 | 654 | +1,219 | -122 | +1,097 |
| 2023 Q4 | 38,896 | 642 | +1,200 | -165 | +1,035 |
11 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macan S S-A | Diesel | 13,516 | 27% |
| Macan S-A | Petrol | 9,393 | 19% |
| Macan S D S-A | Diesel | 8,072 | 16% |
| Macan Gts S-A | Petrol | 8,048 | 16% |
| Macan T S-A | Petrol | 2,524 | 5% |
| Macan 4 Electric | Battery Electric | 2,376 | 5% |
| Macan Turbo S-A | Petrol | 2,249 | 4% |
| Macan 4S Electric | Battery Electric | 2,038 | 4% |
| Macan Electric | Battery Electric | 1,300 | 3% |
| Macan Turbo Electric | Battery Electric | 968 | 2% |
| Macan Turbo Performance S-A | Petrol | 266 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 98.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. |
| 2021 | 95.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2020 | 95.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2019 | 95.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
5 earlier years
| 2018 | 94.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2017 | 94.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 92% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2015 | 89.5% | 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 |
| 2014 | 89.3% | 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 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Macans tested had between 34,961 and 70,130 miles on the clock.
At 61,455 median miles, the Macan has 0.01 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Porsche models
| Porsche 911 | 90.7% |
| Porsche Cayenne | 89.5% |
| Porsche Boxster | 86.8% |
| Porsche Cayman | 92.1% |
| Porsche Panamera | 92.8% |
Common questions
What is the Porsche Macan MOT pass rate?
The Porsche Macan has a 93.6% MOT pass rate based on 79,525 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Porsche Macan?
The most common MOT failure on the Porsche Macan is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 932 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Porsche Macans are on UK roads?
There are 50,750 Porsche Macans currently licensed on UK roads, with 838 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Porsche Macan at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Porsche Macan is 61,455 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 34,961 and 70,130 miles.
Buying a used Macan?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.