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BNZ 8753

1997 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,714 mi
Last recorded111,714 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 8753
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2009 111,714 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 111,460 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both front roll bar links have slight play

both rear roll bar links have slight play

Pass 17 Oct 2008 108,324 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 105,200 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 97,651 miles

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

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

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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BNZ 8753 is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BNZ 8753, 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

How do I check the history of BNZ 8753?

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What year was BNZ 8753 registered?

BNZ 8753 is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 2 July 1997.

Is BNZ 8753 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 8753 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 8753 have outstanding finance?

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