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Y226 BWP

2001 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,683 mi
Last recorded104,683 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Porsche Boxster65,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY226 BWP
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 104,683 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 104,514 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 104,371 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides calliper pipes have surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

bad oil leaks but not dripping on the floor

Pass 12 Sep 2022 104,061 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust clamp bolts missing but still secure

Pass 9 Sep 2021 103,986 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides pipe fromflexis to calipers (1.1.11 (c))

bad oil leak from near side cylinders leaking on to exhaust potential fire hazard

Pass 7 Sep 2020 103,515 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 103,342 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 103,167 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 102,810 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 102,033 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 101,785 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 100,523 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 99,819 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2012 97,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 97,884 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 95,624 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 92,704 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 81,208 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 69,991 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 65,742 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 54,200 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 40,590 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 40,590 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 40,583 miles

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

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

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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Y226 BWP is a 2001 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 65,700 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 Y226 BWP, 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 25 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 Y226 BWP?

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What year was Y226 BWP registered?

Y226 BWP is a 2001 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 2 July 2001.

Is Y226 BWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y226 BWP shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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