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R66 BXR

1997 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,221 mi
Last recorded70,221 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Porsche Boxster81,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR66 BXR
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2017 70,221 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 66,976 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 66,061 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 64,627 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 61,390 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 51,799 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 51,780 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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R66 BXR is a 1997 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 R66 BXR, 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 R66 BXR registered?

R66 BXR is a 1997 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R66 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R66 BXR shows 7 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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