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PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A (2011)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 31 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

100%

Total Tests (2024)

31

Avg Mileage

76,879 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,097

Is the 2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PORSCHE brand average of 92%.

At 13 years old, 100% of PORSCHE CAYMAN S-As from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 31 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 76,879 miles.

How does the 2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A compare?

Rank among all 2011 cars12th out of 615(top 2%)
Rank among all PORSCHE models18th out of 276(top 7%)
vs national average+18% (82% avg)
vs 2011 cars average+23% (77% avg)
vs PORSCHE average+8% (92% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A has 76,879 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A?

The most reliable year is the 2013 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2012 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2011 sits between the two at 100%.

How much does a 2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2893cc)
£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 CAYMAN S-A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201395%25750,498 mi
201291%6552,852 mi
2011100%3176,879 mi

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About the 2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A

The 2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A is a luxury with a 2893cc petrol engine. 31 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 2% of all 2011 cars for reliability.

With an average of 76,879 miles at 13 years old, PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A Fuel Costs

The 2893cc 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 2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN 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 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A

At 13 years old, the PORSCHE CAYMAN 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2013 model has the highest pass rate at 95%. Note: with only 31 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2011 PORSCHE CAYMAN S-A

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