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Y278 RVY

2001 Porsche Boxster

Red Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,348 mi
Last recorded53,348 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Porsche Boxster65,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 RVY
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2013 53,348 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 52,392 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 50,601 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 50,029 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 48,297 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 45,892 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 43,201 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 35,535 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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Y278 RVY is a 2001 Porsche Boxster in Red with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y278 RVY, 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 Y278 RVY?

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What year was Y278 RVY registered?

Y278 RVY is a 2001 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 5 March 2001.

Is Y278 RVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y278 RVY shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y278 RVY have outstanding finance?

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