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BX05 WLF

2005 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,717 mi
Last recorded59,717 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche Boxster53,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 WLF
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 59,717 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2026 59,717 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 57,873 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 56,550 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 55,257 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 53,829 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 52,911 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 52,228 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2018 50,843 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 46,910 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 46,539 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 46,539 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 41,029 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 36,381 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 33,518 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2010 28,899 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 24,062 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 18,808 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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BX05 WLF is a 2005 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 BX05 WLF, 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 BX05 WLF registered?

BX05 WLF is a 2005 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is BX05 WLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 WLF 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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