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P180 SYE

1997 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,481 mi
Last recorded46,481 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP180 SYE
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 46,481 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 46,439 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 46,416 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 45,946 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 45,896 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 45,769 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 45,533 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 45,023 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 44,429 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 43,220 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertray fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2015 42,457 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 41,958 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertray

Pass 9 Apr 2013 39,655 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 38,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2011 36,794 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 35,117 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 33,708 miles

undertray

Pass 14 Apr 2008 32,224 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

centre brake light

undertray fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2007 31,043 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

undertray

Pass 15 Apr 2006 28,982 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

undertray

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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P180 SYE is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P180 SYE, 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

How do I check the history of P180 SYE?

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What year was P180 SYE registered?

P180 SYE is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P180 SYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P180 SYE shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P180 SYE have outstanding finance?

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