2005 Porsche Boxster 3.2L Petrol · FB05 HPK
2005 Porsche Boxster (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2005. Recorded mileage 71,869 miles. MOT valid until 04 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE BOXSTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,869 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FB05 HPK Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2026
- 71,869 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FB05 HPK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Porsche Boxster (FB05 HPK) between July 2026 and August 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”.
FB05 HPK Mileage History
- 29/07/202671,855 mi
- 06/08/202671,869 mi+14 mi
Average of roughly 644 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Porsche Porsche Boxster / Cayman (987)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Bore Scoring (987.1)Serious
3.2 and 3.4 engines are at risk, requiring expensive specialist rebuilds.
- Radiator / Condenser CorrosionModerate
Front intakes collect leaves and road salt, rotting the cooling components.
- IMS Bearing (987.1)Serious
The intermediate shaft bearing on early 987.1 models (2005-2008) shares the same risk as the 996/997.1. The 987.2 (2009+) eliminated the IMS bearing entirely.
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