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BU05 HZB

2005 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

56,069 mi
Last recorded56,069 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Porsche Boxster53,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 HZB
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 56,069 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 55,977 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 55,637 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 54,044 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 52,674 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 51,659 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 49,075 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 46,720 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 44,718 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2013 42,856 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 42,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 39,717 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 39,602 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 May 2012 39,303 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2011 37,278 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 27 May 2011 37,277 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Coolant leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 May 2010 34,558 miles

offside front tyre worn on inside edge no cords showing at time of test. ADVICE REPLACING

Pass 27 May 2009 30,233 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 27,183 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)

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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BU05 HZB is a 2005 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 53,703 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU05 HZB, 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 21 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 BU05 HZB registered?

BU05 HZB is a 2005 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is BU05 HZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 HZB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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