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VK09 VZU

2009 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,900 mi
Last recorded18,900 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Porsche Boxster42,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 VZU
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 18,900 miles

Offside Rear Coolant leak

Pass 28 Oct 2024 18,859 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 18,775 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 18,483 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 18,052 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 18,052 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 17,654 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 16,198 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 14,756 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 13,551 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 11,640 miles

plastic under trays fitted covering under body componets

Pass 22 Jul 2015 10,915 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 9,035 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 9,035 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 7,749 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 6,342 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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VK09 VZU is a 2009 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VK09 VZU, 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 VK09 VZU registered?

VK09 VZU is a 2009 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 30 July 2009.

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