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FM55 OEV

2006 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

134,457 mi
Last recorded134,457 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Porsche Boxster51,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM55 OEV
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 134,457 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2026 134,457 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 128,570 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure On wing (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 122,588 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both and wearing slightly low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded Slightly corroded at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 112,242 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 105,278 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 97,454 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face worn and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face worn and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 97,454 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face worn and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face worn and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 93,452 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 87,782 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH CLOUDY (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 82,951 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 74,996 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 68,896 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 60,530 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 54,074 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 54,065 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 43,094 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)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 33,213 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 15,611 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 15,599 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 14,234 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 8,427 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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FM55 OEV is a 2006 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FM55 OEV, 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.

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What year was FM55 OEV registered?

FM55 OEV is a 2006 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 6 February 2006.

Is FM55 OEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM55 OEV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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