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49 HUV

1997 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

110,206 mi
Last recorded110,206 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration49 HUV
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 110,206 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 109,682 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 108,682 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 108,301 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 101,359 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 101,359 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 96,000 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 96,755 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear tyre has been repaired too close to the edge

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake caliper mounting has been repaired

Fail 6 Jun 2013 96,464 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 96,063 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 95,595 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 94,630 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 92,563 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 85,794 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 82,388 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 77,924 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 70,848 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Boxster?

Based on 726,695 MOT tests across 46,886 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
2,475
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
46,886
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,504
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,317
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 5,538
brake disc excessively pitted 5,177
position lamp(s) not working 5,126
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49 HUV is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 81,466 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Boxster fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 19,504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 49 HUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Boxster typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Porsche Boxster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 49 HUV registered?

49 HUV is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is 49 HUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 49 HUV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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