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LAM 996G

2001 Porsche Boxster

Green Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,232 mi
Last recorded147,232 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Porsche Boxster65,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAM 996G
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 147,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 143,567 miles

Oil seepage around Gearbox.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 122,147 miles

BOTH Front Brake Discs worn.

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine Fault Warning Lamp stays illuminated.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Feb 2012 100,494 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres inner raised edges bald

front wipers slightly smeary

rear spoiler in the up position

rear tyres inner edges slightly worn

Fail 2 Feb 2012 99,841 miles

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres inner raised edges bald

front wipers slightly smeary

rear spoiler in the up position

rear tyres inner edges slightly worn

Fail 18 Jan 2011 77,734 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 77,734 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 72,815 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 70,714 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 62,987 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 52,852 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 52,684 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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LAM 996G is a 2001 Porsche Boxster in Green with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 65,700 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 LAM 996G, 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 25 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 LAM 996G registered?

LAM 996G is a 2001 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 25 May 2001.

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