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R208 KAB

1998 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,672 mi
Last recorded7,672 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche Boxster77,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 KAB
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 7,672 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 7,501 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 7,388 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 7,225 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 6,994 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 6,004 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 5,360 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 5,302 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 5,285 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 5,251 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 5,154 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 5,037 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 5,011 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 4,993 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 4,951 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 4,897 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 4,784 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 4,628 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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R208 KAB is a 1998 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 77,355 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 R208 KAB, 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 28 years old, this Porsche Boxster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R208 KAB?

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What year was R208 KAB registered?

R208 KAB is a 1998 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R208 KAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R208 KAB shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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