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E8 GWD

2006 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

79,165 mi
Last recorded79,165 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Porsche Boxster51,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 GWD
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 79,165 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 77,915 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 74,821 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 67,842 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 59,454 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 50,778 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Jun 2016 49,095 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 45,949 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 45,949 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 44,613 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 42,897 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 38,773 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 34,268 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 29,227 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 24,442 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 24,442 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 23,590 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

full under tray fitted

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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E8 GWD is a 2006 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 51,281 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 E8 GWD, 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 20 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 E8 GWD registered?

E8 GWD is a 2006 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 28 April 2006.

Is E8 GWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E8 GWD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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