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LP08 DHJ

2008 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

63,787 mi
Last recorded63,787 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 DHJ
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 63,787 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2025 63,777 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2024 61,581 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 60,791 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 60,363 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured on limit (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 59,983 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 58,145 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 57,953 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 57,398 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 56,644 miles

Front brake discs are slightly lipped.

Pass 19 Jul 2016 52,396 miles

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

slight oil leak around engine sump

Pass 17 Jul 2015 47,807 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 40,613 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

small oil leak gearbox area

Pass 24 Jul 2013 35,449 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2012 26,930 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 26,930 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 19,954 miles

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

front offside & nearside tyres has cuts

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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LP08 DHJ is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LP08 DHJ, 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

How do I check the history of LP08 DHJ?

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What year was LP08 DHJ registered?

LP08 DHJ is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is LP08 DHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 DHJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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