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Y138 GHU

2001 Porsche Boxster S

Black Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,199 mi
Last recorded87,199 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Porsche Boxster S56,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY138 GHU
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster S
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 87,199 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 86,278 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe to its flexi hose is corroding.

Fail 17 May 2018 86,278 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade is excessively torn. (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe to its flexi hose is corroding.

Pass 19 Apr 2017 85,104 miles

front tyres perishing slightly

Pass 19 May 2016 83,926 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 83,926 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2015 82,607 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 79,671 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 79,670 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 79,622 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 79,622 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 74,004 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 67,085 miles

both outer cv boots split

both rear discs slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2006 58,989 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 57,925 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 37,681 miles

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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Y138 GHU is a 2001 Porsche Boxster S in Black with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Porsche Boxster S models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 56,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y138 GHU, 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 25 years old, this Porsche Boxster S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y138 GHU registered?

Y138 GHU is a 2001 Porsche Boxster S, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y138 GHU safe to buy?

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