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R61 GBB

1997 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

2,518 mi
Last recorded2,518 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 GBB
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 2,518 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 2,440 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 22 Jul 2015 2,416 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 2,408 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 2,238 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 2,103 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 2,095 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 2,057 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 1,907 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 1,907 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 1,844 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 1,767 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 1,745 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 1,691 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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R61 GBB is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R61 GBB, 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 R61 GBB registered?

R61 GBB is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R61 GBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R61 GBB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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