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J555 BOX

2008 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,449 mi
Last recorded65,449 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 BOX
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 65,449 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 64,408 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 61,798 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 59,638 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 57,701 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 55,372 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 53,573 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 valves cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 6 Feb 2020 53,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 valves cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 50,970 miles

All tyres cracking

Pass 29 Nov 2017 49,276 miles

both front tyres cracking between treads

Pass 16 Dec 2016 47,525 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 45,216 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 44,227 miles

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2013 43,585 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 42,516 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 38,692 miles

vehicle is fitted with plastic undertray

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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J555 BOX is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J555 BOX, 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 J555 BOX registered?

J555 BOX is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is J555 BOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J555 BOX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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