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CAR 8X

1998 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

12,337 mi
Last recorded12,337 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche Boxster77,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAR 8X
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 12,337 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 12,292 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2024 12,235 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 12,189 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 11,994 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 11,824 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 11,824 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 11,698 miles

Hand brake lever is close to end of travel.

Pass 26 Aug 2017 11,558 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 11,340 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 11,141 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 10,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn inner edges

offside front tyre worn inner edges

Pass 3 Aug 2013 10,623 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 9,985 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 9,814 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 9,733 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 9,246 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 8,930 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 8,348 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Dec 2005 7,214 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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CAR 8X is a 1998 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 77,355 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 CAR 8X, 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 28 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 CAR 8X?

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What year was CAR 8X registered?

CAR 8X is a 1998 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is CAR 8X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAR 8X shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAR 8X have outstanding finance?

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