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JIB 161

2002 Porsche Boxster

Red Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

55,906 mi
Last recorded55,906 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Porsche Boxster62,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIB 161
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 55,906 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 55,614 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 55,251 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 55,251 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 54,809 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 54,191 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 52,330 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 51,879 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 50,038 miles

Nearside Rear Requirements only just met on parking brake. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 10 Apr 2018 49,312 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 48,876 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 48,442 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2014 47,622 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 46,821 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 45,317 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 44,526 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 43,274 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 40,518 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 37,714 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 26,838 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 23,227 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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JIB 161 is a 2002 Porsche Boxster in Red with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 62,772 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 JIB 161, 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 24 years old, this Porsche Boxster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JIB 161 registered?

JIB 161 is a 2002 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 22 May 2002.

Is JIB 161 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIB 161 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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