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P888 BOX

1997 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,408 mi
Last recorded33,408 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP888 BOX
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 33,408 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2024 33,235 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 32,205 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 25,151 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 24,575 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 23,713 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 22,422 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 20,912 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 20,912 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 20,665 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 19,794 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 18,946 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 17,454 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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P888 BOX is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P888 BOX, 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

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What year was P888 BOX registered?

P888 BOX is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P888 BOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P888 BOX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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