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KU08 JWZ

2008 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

149,794 mi
Last recorded149,794 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 JWZ
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 149,794 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 145,492 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 143,500 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 137,157 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 127,762 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 127,762 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2021 120,262 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 115,875 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 107,882 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 92,584 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 92,584 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2017 82,858 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 72,025 miles

Both front tyres "low" on tread

Pass 19 May 2015 61,438 miles

Near side front tyre perished

Off side front tyre perished

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 19 May 2015 61,438 miles

Near side front tyre perished

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Off side front tyre perished

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 2 May 2014 52,977 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 47,638 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 45,325 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 38,189 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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KU08 JWZ is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KU08 JWZ, 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 KU08 JWZ registered?

KU08 JWZ is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 JWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 JWZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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