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J31 BAM

2008 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

58,992 mi
Last recorded58,992 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 BAM
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 58,992 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 27 Jun 2026 58,620 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 4 Jul 2025 43,668 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted covering some testable items

Pass 29 Jun 2024 35,938 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 29,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 21,758 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 21,691 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 29 Oct 2020 21,431 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 21,223 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 23 Oct 2018 20,869 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 20,849 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 20,694 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 17,937 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 17,324 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 14,383 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 13,096 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 10,676 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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J31 BAM is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 2,687cc 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 J31 BAM, 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 J31 BAM registered?

J31 BAM is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 21 October 2008.

Is J31 BAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J31 BAM 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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