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SO03 STU

2003 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

53,249 mi
Last recorded53,249 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Porsche Boxster58,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 STU
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 53,249 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 May 2026 53,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2025 49,180 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 May 2024 45,399 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 40,344 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 36,332 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 33,592 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 32,565 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2019 32,282 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 32,167 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 31,856 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 31,374 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 31,171 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 29,943 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 28,313 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 26,301 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 23,332 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 20,539 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 20,188 miles

Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 17,576 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 15,761 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 13,332 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 10,855 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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SO03 STU is a 2003 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 SO03 STU, 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

How do I check the history of SO03 STU?

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What year was SO03 STU registered?

SO03 STU is a 2003 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is SO03 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO03 STU shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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