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GX05 FFV

2005 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,605 mi
Last recorded60,605 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Porsche Boxster53,703 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 FFV
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 60,605 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres around 3mm mark

Pass 19 Nov 2014 52,451 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 42,461 miles

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)

slight blow from exhaust

Pass 1 Nov 2012 33,068 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 27,190 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front shox slightly corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2010 23,637 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

rear disc braking surfaces(inners)badly corroded both sides

Fail 27 Nov 2010 23,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/f tyre perished

rear disc braking surfaces(inners)badly corroded both sides

Pass 31 Mar 2009 20,020 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 16,375 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres near wear limit

Fail 28 Mar 2008 16,027 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 FFV is a 2005 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,179cc 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 FFV, 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 GX05 FFV registered?

GX05 FFV is a 2005 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is GX05 FFV safe to buy?

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