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289 GLD

2005 Porsche Boxster

Blue Petrol 3179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,938 mi
Last recorded45,938 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Porsche Boxster53,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration289 GLD
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 45,938 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 45,453 miles

plastic covers fitted underneath car obstructing view at time of test

Pass 20 Feb 2017 45,080 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 45,080 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 44,557 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 43,839 miles

Nearside 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 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)

Fail 25 Feb 2015 43,839 miles

Nearside 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 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)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2014 40,517 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 40,517 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 38,808 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 34,983 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 29,151 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 24,378 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 17,744 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 12,029 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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289 GLD is a 2005 Porsche Boxster in Blue with a 3,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 53,703 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 289 GLD, 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 21 years old, this Porsche Boxster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 289 GLD registered?

289 GLD is a 2005 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is 289 GLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 289 GLD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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