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986 LHD

1999 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,308 mi
Last recorded118,308 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Porsche Boxster75,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration986 LHD
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 118,308 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 114,160 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 109,656 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 105,744 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 102,121 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 97,926 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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986 LHD is a 1999 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 75,340 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 986 LHD, 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 27 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 986 LHD registered?

986 LHD is a 1999 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is 986 LHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 986 LHD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 986 LHD have outstanding finance?

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