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GN56 VUJ

2006 Porsche Boxster S

Blue Petrol 3387cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

48,601 mi
Last recorded48,601 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Porsche Boxster S44,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 VUJ
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster S
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,387cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 48,601 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 47,501 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 42,317 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 41,410 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 40,982 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 40,977 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 40,742 miles

Near side front tyre cut on outer wall, no cords exposed

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear brake discs corroded and scored on inner face

Pass 27 Sep 2017 40,205 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Sep 2017 40,205 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Sep 2016 38,807 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Sep 2016 38,807 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Mar 2016 36,910 miles

slight play in rack joints

Pass 10 Mar 2015 32,501 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 27,806 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 25,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Oct 2011 23,898 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 18,396 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 11,649 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 22 Sep 2009 11,616 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Porsche Boxster S?

Based on 3,062 MOT tests across 383 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
1,846
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
383
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 80
brake disc excessively pitted 62
brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 26
position lamp(s) not working 24
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 24
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GN56 VUJ is a 2006 Porsche Boxster S in Blue with a 3,387cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Porsche Boxster S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 44,856 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 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN56 VUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Boxster S typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Porsche Boxster S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN56 VUJ?

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What year was GN56 VUJ registered?

GN56 VUJ is a 2006 Porsche Boxster S, first registered on 13 October 2006.

Is GN56 VUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN56 VUJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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