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J40 BXR

2004 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

59,917 mi
Last recorded59,917 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Porsche Boxster55,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 BXR
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 59,917 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 59,035 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 56,401 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 56,380 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Run Flat Tyres fitted to rear

Pass 5 Aug 2022 55,359 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 55,337 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 53,714 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 53,608 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 52,171 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 52,170 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid pipe (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 51,113 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 48,841 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 44,818 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 39,977 miles

both front tyres cracking between treads

Pass 20 Aug 2015 36,363 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 32,933 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perished round treads

Pass 16 Aug 2013 29,867 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 26,335 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 21,531 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 15,772 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 12,111 miles

offside and nearside rear tyre treads perished and cracked

Pass 18 Aug 2008 4,875 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 4,127 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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J40 BXR is a 2004 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 55,920 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 J40 BXR, 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 22 years old, this Porsche Boxster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J40 BXR registered?

J40 BXR is a 2004 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is J40 BXR safe to buy?

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