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PL53 SJL

2003 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

100,877 mi
Last recorded100,877 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Porsche Boxster58,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL53 SJL
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 100,877 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 100,085 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 May 2025 100,054 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 98,343 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2023 96,111 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 92,580 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 88,407 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 86,488 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 84,581 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 82,236 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 79,690 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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PL53 SJL is a 2003 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PL53 SJL, 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 PL53 SJL?

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What year was PL53 SJL registered?

PL53 SJL is a 2003 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is PL53 SJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL53 SJL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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