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R61 OHG

1998 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

100,569 mi
Last recorded100,569 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Porsche Boxster77,355 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 OHG
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2014 100,569 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Apr 2014 100,561 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 90,253 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 89,152 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 88,097 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 85,976 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 81,332 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 78,452 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 71,957 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2005 70,272 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 OHG is a 1998 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R61 OHG, 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

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What year was R61 OHG registered?

R61 OHG is a 1998 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R61 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R61 OHG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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