1997 PORSCHE BOXSTER2.5L Petrol

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a consistently clean mechanical inspection history. The most recent test on 28 August 2024 at 37,458 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, following a failure just two days prior at 37,455 miles. This specific failure suggests a minor administrative or superficial issue, such as a bulb or wiper blade, which was rectified immediately without indicating any systemic mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 29-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,292 miles per year. Between June 2022 and June 2023, the car covered only 17 miles, moving from 37,434 to 37,451 miles. This extreme low usage indicates the vehicle likely sits for long periods or is used only for very short, occasional trips. While this limits mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of degradation in rubber-based components that age regardless of distance travelled. A buyer must focus the physical inspection on components susceptible to low-mileage, stationary storage. Check for perished or cracked rubber bushes, split tyres, and degraded brake lines, as these often fail when a car is not driven regularly. Inspect the structural integrity for corrosion in the sills and floor, as the MOT record does not show early signs of surface rust. Given the age and mileage, verify that fluid levels, particularly brake fluid and coolant, have not absorbed moisture or degraded during the periods of inactivity.