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P5 GSN

2006 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

122,242 mi
Last recorded122,242 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Porsche Boxster51,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 GSN
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 122,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2025 120,071 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 116,672 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 111,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 105,963 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 101,862 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 101,862 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 98,812 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 96,550 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 93,478 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 91,777 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 85,820 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 80,333 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 77,422 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 74,597 miles

corossion on front discs

n/s/f tyre on 3mm 235/35/19 y

rear tyres on 3mm 265/35/19 y

Pass 4 Sep 2010 71,864 miles

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

front discs have heavy corrosion

Pass 24 Aug 2009 61,346 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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P5 GSN is a 2006 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2006 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 51,281 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 P5 GSN, 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 20 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 P5 GSN registered?

P5 GSN is a 2006 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 9 August 2006.

Is P5 GSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 GSN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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