Porsche Panamera
From 18,677 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Panameras fare better: 2021 models pass at 93.2% vs 88% for 2010.
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 tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 285 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 | 285 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 268 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 200 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 125 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 50 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 49 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 40 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud | 40 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 39 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 38 |
Porsche Panamera on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 710 newly registered in the past year with 135 leaving, a net gain of 575. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 8,571 | 779 | +105 | -27 | +78 |
| 2025 Q2 | 8,503 | 769 | +209 | -35 | +174 |
| 2025 Q1 | 8,313 | 785 | +162 | -52 | +110 |
| 2024 Q4 | 8,228 | 760 | +234 | -21 | +213 |
| 2024 Q3 | 8,084 | 691 | +157 | -0 | +172 |
| 2024 Q2 | 7,926 | 677 | +153 | -14 | +139 |
| 2024 Q1 | 7,799 | 665 | +92 | -52 | +40 |
| 2023 Q4 | 7,765 | 659 | +226 | -52 | +174 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panamera 4 E-Hybrid S-A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 1,383 | 19% |
| Panamera D V6 Tiptronic | Diesel | 1,169 | 16% |
| Panamera D V6 Tiptronic Auto | Diesel | 554 | 7% |
| Panamera S E-Hybrid Tiptronic | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 404 | 5% |
| Panamera 4Spt Turismo E-Hyb Sa | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 400 | 5% |
| Panamera 4S S-A | Petrol | 399 | 5% |
| Panamera 4 S-A | Petrol | 368 | 5% |
| Panamera Turbo S-A | Petrol | 355 | 5% |
| Panamera 4 Ehyb Platinum Ed Sa | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 353 | 5% |
| Panamera Gts S-A | Petrol | 307 | 4% |
| Panamera S-A | Petrol | 295 | 4% |
| Panamera 4Ehyb Sp Tr Plt Ed Sa | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 273 | 4% |
| Panamera Platinum Ed D V6 A | Diesel | 242 | 3% |
| Panamera 4S D S-A | Diesel | 196 | 3% |
| Panamera 4S E-Hybrid S-A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 147 | 2% |
| Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid S-A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 146 | 2% |
| Panamera 4 Sport Turismo S-A | Petrol | 122 | 2% |
| Panamera Turbo Spt Turismo S-A | Petrol | 114 | 2% |
| Panamera 4 10 Years Ed Phev Sa | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 109 | 1% |
| Panamera V6 4 S-A | Petrol | 109 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 93.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2020 | 94.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2019 | 94.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 94.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
9 earlier years
| 2017 | 94.5% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 93.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2015 | 93.3% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 91.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2013 | 90.5% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2012 | 90.2% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 87.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2010 | 88% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2009 | 91.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Panameras tested had between 25,320 and 46,023 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 39,605 median miles, the Panamera has 0.018 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Porsche models
| Porsche 911 | 90.7% |
| Porsche Macan | 93.6% |
| Porsche Cayenne | 89.5% |
| Porsche Boxster | 86.8% |
| Porsche Cayman | 92.1% |
Common questions
What is the Porsche Panamera MOT pass rate?
The Porsche Panamera has a 92.8% MOT pass rate based on 18,677 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Porsche Panamera?
The most common MOT failure on the Porsche Panamera is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 285 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Porsche Panameras are on UK roads?
There are 8,571 Porsche Panameras currently licensed on UK roads, with 779 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Porsche Panamera at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Porsche Panamera is 39,605 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 25,320 and 46,023 miles.
Buying a used Panamera?
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.