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S61 APF

1998 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,322 mi
Last recorded54,322 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Porsche Boxster77,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS61 APF
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 May 2025 54,322 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside washer jet blocked water supplied from nearside

Pass 14 May 2024 53,497 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 52,925 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 52,854 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 50,936 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 50,913 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 50,870 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 50,870 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 50,534 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 50,117 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 49,816 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front macpherson strut upper mount slightly creaky/noisy

power steering pipe ferrule

windscreen washer jets slightly off aim but still managing so supply the windscreen

Pass 31 Jul 2013 47,492 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 47,085 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2011 46,833 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 45,524 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 43,630 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 43,519 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wet test

Pass 2 Jul 2007 42,344 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 41,284 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2005 40,370 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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S61 APF is a 1998 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S61 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 S61 APF?

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What year was S61 APF registered?

S61 APF is a 1998 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S61 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S61 APF shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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