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M8 OXW

1997 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

84,879 mi
Last recorded84,879 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 OXW
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 84,879 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 83,095 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 80,426 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 79,807 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 77,839 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 77,069 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 76,886 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 75,891 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 75,117 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 75,117 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 74,586 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 73,904 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 73,005 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 71,551 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 69,205 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 69,194 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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M8 OXW is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 81,466 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 M8 OXW, 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 29 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 M8 OXW registered?

M8 OXW is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is M8 OXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 OXW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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