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HG08 AYP

2008 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,350 mi
Last recorded73,350 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 AYP
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 73,350 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 73,350 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2025 66,704 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 62,792 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2024 62,792 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2023 56,478 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 53,753 miles

nearside rear exhaust clamp broken

Pass 29 May 2021 46,725 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 46,725 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Coolant leak

Pass 22 May 2012 44,533 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2012 44,533 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 30,180 miles

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

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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HG08 AYP 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 66.7%.

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 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 HG08 AYP, 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 HG08 AYP registered?

HG08 AYP is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is HG08 AYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 AYP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HG08 AYP have outstanding finance?

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