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BU02 TLX

2002 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,006 mi
Last recorded19,006 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Porsche Boxster62,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 TLX
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 19,006 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 18,672 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 18,492 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 18,422 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 18,202 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm, slight deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm slight, deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 17,966 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 17,700 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 17,419 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 16,959 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 16,438 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 15,308 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 14,608 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 13,493 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 12,224 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 11,690 miles

2 x rear tyres exessivley wearing on inner edges

Fail 1 May 2012 11,690 miles

2 x rear tyres exessivley wearing on inner edges

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2011 11,408 miles

Both rear tyre treads on 3mm

O/S/R tyre wearing slightly on inner edge.

Pass 29 Apr 2010 10,735 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 12 May 2009 9,711 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 8,879 miles

rear tyres approaching wear markers

Pass 8 May 2007 7,626 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 6,423 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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BU02 TLX is a 2002 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 62,772 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 BU02 TLX, 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 24 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 BU02 TLX?

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What year was BU02 TLX registered?

BU02 TLX is a 2002 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 30 May 2002.

Is BU02 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 TLX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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