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Y478 FDV

2001 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

114,100 mi
Last recorded114,100 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Porsche Boxster65,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY478 FDV
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 114,100 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 112,709 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 111,564 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 109,356 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 106,374 miles

front and rear brake discs in poor condition

o/s/r tyre close to legal limit

Pass 26 Jul 2016 103,070 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 99,434 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 94,597 miles

front brake pads wearing low

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 2 Jul 2013 89,369 miles

front discs wearing thin

Pass 16 Apr 2012 85,740 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 80,346 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 75,949 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 75,949 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 70,521 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 69,366 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 63,952 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 63,952 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 61,265 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 53,534 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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Y478 FDV is a 2001 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 Y478 FDV, 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

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What year was Y478 FDV registered?

Y478 FDV is a 2001 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 31 March 2001.

Is Y478 FDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y478 FDV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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