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DFZ 881

2012 Porsche Boxster

Grey Petrol 3436cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

134,228 mi
Last recorded134,228 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Porsche Boxster32,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 881
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,436cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 134,228 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 265/35 R20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 134,172 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 133,901 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 132,262 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 132,262 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 130,831 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 107,295 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 75,247 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 55,470 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 38,106 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 38,094 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 12,914 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 11,131 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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DFZ 881 is a 2012 Porsche Boxster in Grey with a 3,436cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 32,408 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 DFZ 881, 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 14 years old, this Porsche Boxster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DFZ 881?

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What year was DFZ 881 registered?

DFZ 881 is a 2012 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is DFZ 881 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 881 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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