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GJ08 WBN

2008 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,829 mi
Last recorded54,829 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 WBN
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 54,829 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 53,169 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 49,841 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 47,903 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 46,544 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 43,485 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 41,049 miles

Very Slight play in os and ns front drop links

Pass 27 Nov 2018 36,867 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 32,693 miles

under trays fitted.

Pass 10 Aug 2016 27,498 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 26,747 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 24,983 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 22,286 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 18,423 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 18,352 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 14,993 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2011 11,642 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 WBN is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 3,387cc 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 GJ08 WBN, 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 WBN registered?

GJ08 WBN is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is GJ08 WBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 WBN 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.

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