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FJ05 BXR

2005 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,658 mi
Last recorded40,658 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche Boxster53,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 BXR
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 40,658 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view few chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 40,647 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords exposed for excess perrishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak Thermostat and underfloor pipes

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view few chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 40,247 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 39,874 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2022 39,874 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 38,912 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 38,100 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 37,580 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 34,514 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 29,833 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 29,833 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 26,589 miles

N/S/F TYRE WEARING ON THE OUTSIDE EDGE + PERSHING

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/S/F TYRE WEARING ON THE OUTSIDE EDGE + PERSHING

O/S/R TYRE 2mm OF TREAD LEFT + PERSHING

Pass 7 Jul 2008 19,034 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

tyres splitting through centre of tread

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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FJ05 BXR is a 2005 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FJ05 BXR, 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 FJ05 BXR registered?

FJ05 BXR is a 2005 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 16 July 2005.

Is FJ05 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 BXR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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