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SA53 GTS

2003 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

78,729 mi
Last recorded78,729 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Porsche Boxster58,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA53 GTS
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 78,729 miles

Exhaust corroded

No visible locking devices on brake callipers

Plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2025 75,699 miles

Exhaust corroded

No visible locking devices on brake callipers

Plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2024 74,708 miles

Exhaust corroded

No visible locking devices on brake calipers

Plastic undertrays fitted

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 73,263 miles

Exhaust corroded

No visible locking devices on brake calipers

Plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2022 72,108 miles

Exhaust corroded

No visible locking devices on brake calipers

Plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2021 70,768 miles

Exhaust corroded

No visible locking devices on brake calipers

Plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2020 69,722 miles

Exhaust corroded

No visible locking devices on brake calipers

Plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2019 68,490 miles

Exhaust corroded

No visible locking devices on brake calipers

Plastic undertrays fitted

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 67,328 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 65,870 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 61,714 miles

Rear brake discs corroded on inner surface

Fail 29 Jul 2016 61,678 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake discs corroded on inner surface

Pass 17 Jul 2015 58,079 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2014 50,304 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 46,185 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 40,890 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 38,589 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 36,224 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 30,393 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2008 25,763 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 20,990 miles

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

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 16,992 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SA53 GTS is a 2003 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2003 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 58,432 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 SA53 GTS, 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 23 years old, this Porsche Boxster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA53 GTS registered?

SA53 GTS is a 2003 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is SA53 GTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA53 GTS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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