2008 Porsche Boxster 2.7L Petrol · S66 EAN
2008 Porsche Boxster (2.7L, petrol). First registered 24 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 52,679 miles. MOT expired on 08 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE BOXSTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,679 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S66 EAN Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2025
- 52,679 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
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S66 EAN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Porsche Boxster (S66 EAN) between September 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
S66 EAN Mileage History
- 16/09/202243,680 mi
- 09/10/202343,905 mi+225 mi
- 24/09/202450,409 mi+6,504 mi
- 10/10/202552,679 mi+2,270 mi
Average of roughly 2,935 miles per year across 4 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: Average
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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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