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GAZ 8500

2008 Porsche Boxster

Red Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,715 mi
Last recorded33,715 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 8500
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 33,715 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 29,619 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 24,256 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 20,106 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 19,932 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 19,106 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 18,404 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 17,569 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 17,152 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 15,993 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 15,971 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 14,870 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 14,053 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2014 12,854 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2013 11,805 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 10,985 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 10,243 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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GAZ 8500 is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Red with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GAZ 8500, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAZ 8500 registered?

GAZ 8500 is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is GAZ 8500 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAZ 8500 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GAZ 8500 have outstanding finance?

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