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MK08 XOR

2008 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

90,033 mi
Last recorded90,033 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 XOR
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 90,033 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 87,102 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 83,718 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 76,787 miles

Advise unable to fully inspect all four inner wheel arches plus under body components due to protective trims fitted .

Pass 27 Jan 2020 75,213 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 72,387 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 65,754 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 65,754 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2017 65,545 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 63,679 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 61,461 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 59,216 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2013 55,169 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 55,132 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 50,533 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 50,354 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre tread worn low on the inner edge

Pass 17 May 2011 39,840 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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MK08 XOR is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 2,687cc 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 MK08 XOR, 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 MK08 XOR registered?

MK08 XOR is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is MK08 XOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 XOR 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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