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GJ08 WBD

2008 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,440 mi
Last recorded43,440 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 WBD
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2022 43,440 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 38,335 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 37,136 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 36,277 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 34,771 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2017 33,931 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 32,291 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 29,201 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 23,843 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

both front tyres perished

Pass 18 May 2013 20,485 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres slight cracks in tread

nearside front tyre cut in sidewall

Pass 15 May 2012 16,436 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2011 10,981 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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GJ08 WBD is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJ08 WBD, 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 GJ08 WBD registered?

GJ08 WBD is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is GJ08 WBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 WBD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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