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PX08 XMY

2008 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

53,020 mi
Last recorded53,020 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 XMY
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 53,020 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 52,150 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 52,030 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 52,030 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 50,649 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 50,085 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 50,067 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 48,619 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 47,163 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 40,739 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 35,109 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 28,444 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs are slightly lipped

oil leak from engine

Pass 22 May 2013 22,508 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 17,782 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 13,650 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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PX08 XMY is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 43,747 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PX08 XMY, 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 18 years old, this Porsche Boxster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PX08 XMY registered?

PX08 XMY is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is PX08 XMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX08 XMY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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