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P88 BOX

1997 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,680 mi
Last recorded36,680 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP88 BOX
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 36,680 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 36,124 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 35,479 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 34,939 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 34,460 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 33,435 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 31,312 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 28,964 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 28,402 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 27,919 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 27,102 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 25,700 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 24,088 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 24,088 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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P88 BOX is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P88 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 P88 BOX registered?

P88 BOX is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P88 BOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P88 BOX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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