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R3 BOX

1997 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

55,972 mi
Last recorded55,972 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 BOX
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 55,972 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 55,060 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 52,293 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2024 52,293 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 51,235 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 50,115 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 50,115 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 50,115 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 49,267 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 48,716 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 47,469 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 46,678 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 46,244 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 45,756 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 42,751 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 40,974 miles

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

front brake discs worn . rear brake discs rusted (lack of use)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 40,489 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 39,179 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 38,099 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 37,001 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 35,582 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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R3 BOX is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R3 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

How do I check the history of R3 BOX?

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What year was R3 BOX registered?

R3 BOX is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R3 BOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 BOX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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