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SM09 DRZ

2009 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 2893cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

103,106 mi
Last recorded103,106 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Porsche Boxster42,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 DRZ
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,893cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 103,106 miles
Fail 22 May 2026 103,106 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp beam image poor

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2025 100,323 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 100,323 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 95,783 miles

Engine under tray insecure at the rear

Exhaust mounting defective Both exhaust joints from cat very corroded on the fixings (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 91,775 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 91,583 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 90,620 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 83,242 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 78,692 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 74,042 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 68,538 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 61,976 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 May 2015 61,976 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2014 50,836 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear brake discs slightly worn/corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2013 42,979 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 31,801 miles

Front brake discs pitted/worn

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear brake discs worn.

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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SM09 DRZ is a 2009 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 2,893cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 42,000 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 SM09 DRZ, 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 17 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 SM09 DRZ registered?

SM09 DRZ is a 2009 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 11 June 2009.

Is SM09 DRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 DRZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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