Is the Porsche Cayenne ULEZ Compliant?
Based on 29,340 MOT tests, around 58% of Porsche Cayennes still on the road are likely to meet London's ULEZ standards, and about 19% are likely to be charged. For the remaining 23%, it depends on the exact Euro standard or month of registration.
The fuel mix matters: tested cars were 44% diesel, 43% petrol, 12% hybrid (petrol). Diesel Cayennes are generally compliant from 2016, while diesel cars from 2013 or earlier are likely to be charged. Every petrol Cayenne in the data (2003 onwards) is likely to be compliant. Every hybrid (petrol) Cayenne in the data (2010 onwards) is likely to be compliant.
- Likely compliant
- 58%
- Likely charged
- 19%
- Depends on the car
- 23%
- MOT tests analysed
- 29,340
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Cayenne ULEZ compliance by year and fuel
Estimated from the year of first registration. Numbers show how many Cayennes of each type were MOT tested, as a guide to how common they are.
| First registered | Diesel | Petrol | Hybrid (petrol) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | – | Likely compliant1,185 tested | Likely compliant1,246 tested |
| 2019 | – | Likely compliant2,470 tested | Likely compliant761 tested |
| 2018 | Likely compliant547 tested | Likely compliant1,119 tested | Likely compliant171 tested |
| 2017 | Likely compliant1,140 tested | Likely compliant276 tested | Likely compliant410 tested |
| 2016 | Likely compliant2,185 tested | Likely compliant249 tested | Likely compliant400 tested |
| 2015 | Check exact car1,802 tested | Likely compliant296 tested | Likely compliant307 tested |
| 2014 | Check exact car1,625 tested | Likely compliant225 tested | Likely compliant71 tested |
| 2013 | Likely charged1,911 tested | Likely compliant249 tested | Likely compliant37 tested |
| 2012 | Likely charged1,596 tested | Likely compliant337 tested | Likely compliant57 tested |
| 2011 | Likely charged966 tested | Likely compliant235 tested | Likely compliant58 tested |
| 2010 | Likely charged588 tested | Likely compliant249 tested | Likely compliant59 tested |
| 2009 | Likely charged540 tested | Likely compliant324 tested | – |
| 2008 | Likely charged7 tested | Likely compliant617 tested | – |
| 2007 | Likely charged3 tested | Likely compliant728 tested | – |
| 2006 | Likely charged4 tested | Likely compliant958 tested | – |
| 2005 | Likely charged3 tested | Check Euro standard1,409 tested | – |
| 2004 | Likely charged5 tested | Check Euro standard1,182 tested | – |
| 2003 | Likely charged1 tested | Check Euro standard592 tested | – |
How ULEZ rules apply to the Cayenne
Cars that miss the standard pay £12.50 for each day they're driven in the zone. Petrol and petrol-hybrid cars need Euro 4 (most from 2006), while diesels need Euro 6 (most from September 2015).
- Diesel (44% of Cayennes tested): likely compliant from 2016; 2013 and earlier are likely to be charged.
- Petrol (43% of Cayennes tested): every year in our data is likely to comply.
- Hybrid (petrol) (12% of Cayennes tested): every year in our data is likely to comply.
Cayennes from 2014 and 2015 sit on the boundary (23% of those tested): some were built to the required standard before it became compulsory. The Euro standard is sometimes on the V5C logbook, or Porsche can confirm it. Our ULEZ calculator can help.
Thinking of buying one? Check how Cayennes fare at the MOT too: see the Porsche Cayenne MOT failure rate.
Buying a used Porsche Cayenne for London: what the MOT data shows
The Porsche Cayennes in this data were first registered between 2003 and 2020. 2019 was the most common year, with 3,231 tests (11% of the total), and half were registered in 2014 or later.
Cayennes from likely-compliant years passed their MOT first time 87% of the time, at an average of 59,466 miles. Older ones likely to be charged passed 81% of the time with 96,536 miles on average, so a compliant car is usually the more reliable buy as well as the cheaper one to drive in London.
On a budget, the oldest diesel Cayennes likely to comply are from 2016. 2,185 of them were tested; 2016 cars passed first time 86% of the time and averaged 63,229 miles. Check the Euro standard on the V5C before you buy one from around then.
On a budget, the oldest petrol Cayennes likely to comply are from 2006. 958 of them were tested; 2006 cars passed first time 75% of the time and averaged 115,158 miles. Check the Euro standard on the V5C before you buy one from around then.
On a budget, the oldest hybrid (petrol) Cayennes likely to comply are from 2010. 59 of them were tested; 2010 cars passed first time 82% of the time and averaged 105,889 miles. Check the Euro standard on the V5C before you buy one from around then.
Whichever year you choose, check the Cayenne's weak spots. The most common MOT failures were suspension: "fractured or broken" (2.1% of tests); lights and electrics: "not working" (1.6%); tyres: "has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords" (1.6%). The most frequent advisory was "tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm", on 12.1% of tests.
Overall, 84% of Cayennes passed first time, well above the 71% average for all cars, and they had covered 75,123 miles on average, close to the 73,145-mile average.
ULEZ compliance for other models
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About this data
Based on 29,340 first MOT tests of the Porsche Cayenne carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
ULEZ results are estimates from fuel type and year of first registration. Transport for London makes the final decision.
Learn more about how our data works.
Frequently asked questions
What 29,340 MOT tests say about the Porsche Cayenne and London's ULEZ.
Is the Porsche Cayenne ULEZ compliant?
In our data about 58% of Cayennes on the road are likely compliant and 19% likely to be charged. Petrol and petrol-hybrid cars need Euro 4 (most from 2006), while diesels need Euro 6 (most from September 2015).
Which petrol Cayenne years are ULEZ compliant?
Petrol Cayennes first registered from 2006 are likely compliant. Some earlier cars meet Euro 4 too, so check the exact vehicle.
Is a diesel Cayenne ULEZ compliant?
Only if it meets Euro 6, which generally means first registered from September 2015. Diesel Cayennes from 2013 or earlier are likely to be charged.
How can I check if a specific Cayenne is ULEZ compliant?
Enter its registration in our free ULEZ check, which uses the vehicle's DVLA record. Always confirm with TfL before relying on it.
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