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GN05 SHV

2005 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

68,249 mi
Last recorded68,249 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Porsche Boxster53,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 SHV
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 68,249 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 63,252 miles

BRAKE PIPES CORRODED SLIGHTLY.

Pass 23 May 2024 57,588 miles

BRAKE PIPES HAVE SLIGHT CORROSION

Pass 3 May 2023 49,518 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 48,229 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 47,159 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 46,591 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 44,650 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 43,203 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 39,193 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 34,768 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 34,277 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 34,252 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 30,534 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front & rear discs corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2013 29,024 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 29,024 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 28,414 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2011 26,550 miles

front and back brake disc rusting inner

Pass 10 Aug 2010 24,354 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 24,354 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

back brake disc worn inner

Pass 2 Jul 2009 22,279 miles

front brake discs corroded

front wipers worn

Pass 13 Aug 2008 18,874 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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GN05 SHV is a 2005 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 GN05 SHV, 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 GN05 SHV registered?

GN05 SHV is a 2005 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is GN05 SHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 SHV 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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