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R952 JGF

1998 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 2480cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

53,552 mi
Last recorded53,552 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Porsche Boxster77,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR952 JGF
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,480cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 53,552 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 53,538 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2016 85,371 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 84,333 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2015 84,333 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 51,035 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 51,035 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 48,615 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 48,611 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 46,132 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 44,055 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 44,055 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 40,955 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 39,391 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 36,340 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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R952 JGF is a 1998 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 2,480cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R952 JGF, 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.

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What year was R952 JGF registered?

R952 JGF is a 1998 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R952 JGF safe to buy?

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