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C24 SJL

2005 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,979 mi
Last recorded72,979 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche Boxster53,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC24 SJL
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 72,979 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Plastic covers fitted obscuring some components

Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Jul 2026 72,915 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 72,056 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 70,530 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1 of 3 not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 69,320 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 68,943 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 68,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 68,143 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 67,603 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 66,581 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 64,715 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 62,678 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 60,837 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 58,117 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 58,116 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn 2mm

offside rear tyre worn to 2mm

Pass 2 Dec 2014 57,316 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing inner joints

slight play in o/s steering rack inner joint

Pass 14 Oct 2013 53,655 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2012 46,968 miles

front tyre's wearing on inner edge nearside 3mm offside 3.5mm

rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2011 42,467 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 36,943 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 31,770 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 29,262 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 21,505 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2008 21,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front 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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C24 SJL is a 2005 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C24 SJL, 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 C24 SJL registered?

C24 SJL is a 2005 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is C24 SJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C24 SJL shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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