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LX08 VBG

2008 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

89,117 mi
Last recorded89,117 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 VBG
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 89,117 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 86,611 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 85,356 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 84,589 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 82,260 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 79,003 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 78,607 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 76,286 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 73,431 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 71,640 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 69,391 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 65,256 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 57,160 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 46,979 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 46,979 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 44,835 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 May 2012 30,208 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 May 2012 30,208 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 20,115 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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LX08 VBG is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LX08 VBG, 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 LX08 VBG registered?

LX08 VBG is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is LX08 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 VBG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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