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S56 APF

1998 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,354 mi
Last recorded44,354 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Porsche Boxster77,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS56 APF
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 44,354 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 42,810 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 42,044 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 41,201 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 40,357 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 39,509 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 38,426 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 37,725 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 35,868 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 34,438 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 32,551 miles

Nearside Rear 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 30 Jul 2015 30,636 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 7 Aug 2014 28,891 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 27,094 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2012 23,524 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2011 20,655 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 19,402 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front number plate cracked and slightly insucure

offside rear tyre has a slight cut to inner wall but not showing the cords

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2009 18,789 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2008 17,600 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 16,345 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 15,201 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 13,722 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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S56 APF is a 1998 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S56 APF, 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

How do I check the history of S56 APF?

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What year was S56 APF registered?

S56 APF is a 1998 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S56 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S56 APF shows 22 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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