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R552 BBK

1997 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2480cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,327 mi
Last recorded57,327 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Porsche
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR552 BBK
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,480cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2008 57,327 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 55,173 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 46,211 miles

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

both front tyres worn low on inner edges

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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R552 BBK is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,480cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R552 BBK, 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

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What year was R552 BBK registered?

R552 BBK is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 19 November 1997.

Is R552 BBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R552 BBK shows 3 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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