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A986 POR

2000 Porsche Boxster

Yellow Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

61,401 mi
Last recorded61,401 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Porsche Boxster69,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA986 POR
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 61,401 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 61,056 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 60,800 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 60,545 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 60,188 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 59,457 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 58,861 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 58,696 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 56,406 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 55,291 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 54,503 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 52,493 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 49,972 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2011 47,843 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 45,021 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 45,016 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 41,171 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 37,601 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 31,170 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 25,929 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 11 May 2005 24,427 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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A986 POR is a 2000 Porsche Boxster in Yellow with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2000 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 69,460 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 A986 POR, 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 26 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 A986 POR registered?

A986 POR is a 2000 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 16 May 2000.

Is A986 POR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A986 POR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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