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GX05 FFE

2005 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

168,884 mi
Last recorded168,884 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Porsche Boxster53,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 FFE
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 168,884 miles

both fron shock absorber rams corroded by top mount

front shock absorber dust covers loose

Pass 28 Aug 2014 161,093 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 154,958 miles

slight play in os steering rack inner joint

Pass 23 Aug 2012 144,373 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres down to 2mm

Pass 20 Aug 2011
Fail 20 Aug 2011 135,673 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 129,652 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2009 120,598 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 120,598 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 107,347 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GX05 FFE is a 2005 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX05 FFE, 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.

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What year was GX05 FFE registered?

GX05 FFE is a 2005 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is GX05 FFE safe to buy?

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