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P565 SHK

1997 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

45,059 mi
Last recorded45,059 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP565 SHK
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 45,059 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2017 43,402 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 43,092 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Slight oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,236 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 41,590 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Apr 2014 41,590 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2013 40,597 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres becoming worn inner tread

Fail 25 Apr 2013 40,550 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres becoming worn inner tread

Pass 26 Apr 2012 39,539 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Apr 2012 39,539 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2011 38,225 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 35,607 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2010 35,607 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 33,929 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 32,673 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 30,765 miles

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Apr 2006 26,724 miles

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

under covers fitted

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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P565 SHK is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P565 SHK, 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 P565 SHK?

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What year was P565 SHK registered?

P565 SHK is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 14 May 1997.

Is P565 SHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P565 SHK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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