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WU52 RCV

2003 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

48,716 mi
Last recorded48,716 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Porsche Boxster58,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 RCV
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 48,716 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust clamp corroded

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

Pass 9 May 2025 48,500 miles
Fail 9 May 2025 48,500 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 48,314 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip o/s (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 48,169 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in centre of drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor leak from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured NS and OS (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 May 2023 48,169 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Faults cleared - OK (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in centre of drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor leak from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured NS and OS (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 May 2022 47,953 miles

exhaust general corrosion

fuel cap seal twisted

Pass 6 Apr 2021 47,714 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s + n/s 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust general corrosion

Fail 6 Apr 2021 47,714 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s + n/s 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust general corrosion

Pass 14 May 2019 47,174 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))

general corrosion to exhaust system.

Pass 14 Aug 2018 46,989 miles

Exhaust system and mounting brackets general corrosion

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 46,658 miles

Exhaust system and mounting brackets general corrosion

Nearside Front age related perishing to tyre side wall only just met requirements

Offside Front age related perishing to tyre side wall only just met requirements

Pass 16 Aug 2016 45,194 miles

Exhaust system general corrosion

Front washers provide sufficient washer liquid but only just met requirements

Pass 17 Aug 2015 44,971 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 44,185 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 43,329 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 42,386 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 41,630 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 39,941 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 37,523 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 36,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 19 Jun 2007 35,436 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 33,835 miles

FRONT PADS GETTING LOW 25/30% left

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

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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WU52 RCV is a 2003 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WU52 RCV, 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 WU52 RCV registered?

WU52 RCV is a 2003 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 4 January 2003.

Is WU52 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU52 RCV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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