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PB52 PEN

2003 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

74,503 mi
Last recorded74,503 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Porsche Boxster58,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPB52 PEN
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 74,503 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 70,694 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 69,811 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 67,339 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 66,372 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 66,372 miles

Stop lamp not working intermittently not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 64,973 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 63,388 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 60,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2013 57,084 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2012 53,846 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2011 49,921 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 45,623 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 45,623 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 40,714 miles

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

both rear tyres starting to get low on tread

Pass 11 Dec 2008 36,578 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 31,551 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 26,653 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 22,770 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 22,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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PB52 PEN is a 2003 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 58,432 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 PB52 PEN, 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 23 years old, this Porsche Boxster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PB52 PEN?

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What year was PB52 PEN registered?

PB52 PEN is a 2003 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is PB52 PEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PB52 PEN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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