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VX53 OBO

2003 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

47,156 mi
Last recorded47,156 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Porsche Boxster58,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 OBO
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 47,156 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 46,390 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 45,316 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 43,965 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 43,725 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 43,662 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 43,283 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 43,131 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 42,886 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 42,612 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 40,762 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 40,752 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s rear tyre worn on inner and outer edge

Pass 24 Apr 2014 39,468 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 37,989 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 35,849 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2011 33,880 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 33,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 32,370 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 30,146 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 23,306 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 15,841 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 15,743 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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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VX53 OBO is a 2003 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VX53 OBO, 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 VX53 OBO?

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What year was VX53 OBO registered?

VX53 OBO is a 2003 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is VX53 OBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 OBO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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