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PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A (2010)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 112 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

96%

Total Tests (2024)

112

Avg Mileage

53,029 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,097

Is the 2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PORSCHE brand average of 92%.

At 14 years old, 96% of PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-As from 2010 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 112 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 53,029 miles.

How does the 2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A compare?

Rank among all 2010 cars18th out of 575(top 3%)
Rank among all PORSCHE models83th out of 276(top 30%)
vs national average+14% (82% avg)
vs 2010 cars average+21% (75% avg)
vs PORSCHE average+4% (92% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A has 53,029 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 103,600 miles for a 14-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 3800cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£2,097
Per month£175/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201096%11253,029 mi
200990%7058,353 mi

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About the 2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A

The 2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A is a luxury with a 3800cc petrol engine. 112 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 3% of all 2010 cars for reliability.

With an average of 53,029 miles at 14 years old, PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A Fuel Costs

The 3800cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A

At 14 years old, the PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Alternatives to the 2010 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A

The PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 4S PDK S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol luxurys from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: