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RA08 FOK

2008 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 2687cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,943 mi
Last recorded47,943 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 FOK
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,687cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2024 47,943 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 47,128 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 47,123 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 45,532 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 43,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 40,730 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 35,629 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 28,626 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 26,758 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 25,624 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 22,687 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 18,535 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 13,162 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 13,162 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 10,165 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 8,595 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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RA08 FOK is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 2,687cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 43,747 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 RA08 FOK, 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 18 years old, this Porsche Boxster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RA08 FOK?

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What year was RA08 FOK registered?

RA08 FOK is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is RA08 FOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 FOK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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