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A17 OUD

1997 Porsche Boxster

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,681 mi
Last recorded142,681 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 OUD
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2021 142,681 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 141,689 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 147,687 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2014 140,377 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 137,983 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2012 135,323 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 133,069 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 131,639 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 130,321 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 126,545 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 119,037 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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A17 OUD is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A17 OUD, 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 A17 OUD registered?

A17 OUD is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is A17 OUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 OUD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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