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FG08 WSJ

2008 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,260 mi
Last recorded95,260 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 WSJ
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 95,260 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 92,331 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 89,280 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 89,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 86,076 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 83,594 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 82,980 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 79,569 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 77,166 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 73,191 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 68,545 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 60,453 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 58,170 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2014 54,850 miles

vehicle fitted with undertrays covering large sections of the underbody

Fail 23 May 2014 54,850 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

vehicle fitted with undertrays covering large sections of the underbody

Pass 2 May 2013 43,270 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake discs worn

Pass 4 May 2012 27,822 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 15 Apr 2011 24,620 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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FG08 WSJ is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 43,747 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 FG08 WSJ, 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 18 years old, this Porsche Boxster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG08 WSJ registered?

FG08 WSJ is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is FG08 WSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 WSJ 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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