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LF08 YYU

2008 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

67,720 mi
Last recorded67,720 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 YYU
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 67,720 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 65,926 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 64,759 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 62,547 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 59,884 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 46,677 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 41,592 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 41,561 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 40,891 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 39,358 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 37,296 miles

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 35,781 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2015 33,538 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle presented in wet conditions

Pass 26 Feb 2014 30,810 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle presented in wet conditions

Fail 25 Feb 2014 30,758 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle presented in wet conditions

Pass 25 Feb 2013 25,986 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 20,764 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 15,175 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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LF08 YYU is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LF08 YYU, 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 LF08 YYU registered?

LF08 YYU is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LF08 YYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF08 YYU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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