2006 Porsche Boxster 2.7L Petrol · YJ56 AMV
2006 Porsche Boxster (2.7L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 85,375 miles. MOT expired on 22 May 2023.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE BOXSTER
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 May 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,375 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YJ56 AMV Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/05/2022
- 85,375 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
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YJ56 AMV MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2006 Porsche Boxster (YJ56 AMV) between May 2022 and May 2022.
The record contains 1 pass 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: Steering (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). 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.
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Known faults for Porsche Porsche Boxster / Cayman (987)
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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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