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MF08 BMU

2008 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

78,203 mi
Last recorded78,203 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 BMU
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 78,203 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 78,202 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2021 76,009 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 75,842 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 75,417 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 74,252 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 74,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 73,881 miles

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

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

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

both front tyre tread cracking

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2015 72,257 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 70,212 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 58,870 miles

n/s/r tyre bald on inner edge & low on tread

Pass 7 Nov 2012 45,145 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 44,940 miles

FRONT & REAR PADS WORN LOW

Pass 14 Nov 2011 31,487 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 27,178 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 27,151 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 27,151 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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MF08 BMU is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 MF08 BMU, 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 MF08 BMU registered?

MF08 BMU is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MF08 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 BMU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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