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YXI 8181

2008 Porsche Boxster

Black Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,849 mi
Last recorded41,849 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Porsche Boxster43,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYXI 8181
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 41,849 miles

Front discs corroded

rear discs corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2024 39,207 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 36,683 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 34,318 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 32,156 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 30,159 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 27,937 miles

Rear Brake discs rusty on inside face

Pass 11 Sep 2018 25,805 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 24,144 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 22,308 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 19,881 miles

The exhaust flange fixings are corroded

The front brake discs are corroded on inner faces and are worn

Pass 22 Aug 2014 17,857 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 15,943 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 15,943 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 13,530 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2011 11,147 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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YXI 8181 is a 2008 Porsche Boxster in Black with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 43,747 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 YXI 8181, 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 18 years old, this Porsche Boxster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YXI 8181 registered?

YXI 8181 is a 2008 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is YXI 8181 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YXI 8181 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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