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FJ05 BYB

2005 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

55,105 mi
Last recorded55,105 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Porsche Boxster53,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 BYB
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2024 55,105 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 55,066 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 53,744 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 51,397 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Aug 2020 50,000 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 47,445 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 45,511 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2018 44,280 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2018 44,280 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 42,100 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 38,850 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 38,850 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 35,758 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 May 2014 35,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 31,650 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 27,627 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 22,532 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 17,594 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 15,239 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 7 May 2009 15,239 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 14,137 miles

Nearside Rear 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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FJ05 BYB is a 2005 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BYB, 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 BYB registered?

FJ05 BYB is a 2005 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is FJ05 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 BYB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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