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XIL 6847

1998 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,754 mi
Last recorded79,754 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Porsche Boxster77,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIL 6847
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 79,754 miles

oil residue

Pass 9 Aug 2017 76,661 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 73,860 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 73,533 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 72,359 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 70,286 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 69,813 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 69,372 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 64,701 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 61,824 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 61,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 53,859 miles

front & rear brake disc rusty

Pass 27 Jan 2006 51,536 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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XIL 6847 is a 1998 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 77,355 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 XIL 6847, 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 28 years old, this Porsche Boxster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XIL 6847?

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What year was XIL 6847 registered?

XIL 6847 is a 1998 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is XIL 6847 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIL 6847 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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