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B8 MBC

2006 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,901 mi
Last recorded97,901 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Porsche Boxster51,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 MBC
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 97,901 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 95,613 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 94,264 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 88,478 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear tyres worn

Pass 24 Mar 2020 86,668 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 81,434 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 77,186 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 73,067 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 68,689 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 68,689 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 65,124 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2014 62,015 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 57,329 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f brake pipe is damp where it connects to the caliper

Fail 14 Mar 2013 57,329 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f brake pipe is damp where it connects to the caliper

Pass 15 Mar 2012 50,493 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Apr 2011 43,207 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2010 35,331 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 25,595 miles

slight play in steering rack

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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B8 MBC is a 2006 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 51,281 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 B8 MBC, 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 20 years old, this Porsche Boxster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B8 MBC registered?

B8 MBC is a 2006 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 12 April 2006.

Is B8 MBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 MBC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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