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X8 JVS

2012 Porsche Boxster

Silver Petrol 3436cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,477 mi
Last recorded53,477 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Porsche Boxster32,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 JVS
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,436cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 53,477 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 2 Apr 2025 49,930 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 46,210 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 41,007 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2023 40,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 35,613 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.70mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 31,923 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 31,923 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 29,941 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 24,429 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 15,592 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 13,548 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 11,694 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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X8 JVS is a 2012 Porsche Boxster in Silver with a 3,436cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 32,408 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 X8 JVS, 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 14 years old, this Porsche Boxster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X8 JVS registered?

X8 JVS is a 2012 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is X8 JVS safe to buy?

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