2008 Porsche Boxster 3.4L Petrol · 11 DOO
2008 Porsche Boxster (3.4L, petrol). First registered 22 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 47,045 miles. MOT valid until 05 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE BOXSTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,045 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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11 DOO Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/05/2026
- 47,045 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
11 DOO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Porsche Boxster (11 DOO) between March 2011 and May 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
11 DOO Mileage History
- 17/03/20118,671 mi
- 14/11/201110,009 mi+1,338 mi
- 07/11/201214,384 mi+4,375 mi
- 26/10/201317,894 mi+3,510 mi
- 18/10/201421,676 mi+3,782 mi
- 14/10/201526,594 mi+4,918 mi
- 09/11/201629,051 mi+2,457 mi
- 07/11/201731,032 mi+1,981 mi
- 14/11/201833,964 mi+2,932 mi
- 11/11/201934,872 mi+908 mi
- 05/11/202036,092 mi+1,220 mi
- 28/10/202137,268 mi+1,176 mi
- 20/04/202339,271 mi+2,003 mi
- 02/05/202441,435 mi+2,164 mi
- 07/05/202543,931 mi+2,496 mi
- 05/05/202647,045 mi+3,114 mi
Average of roughly 2,535 miles per year across 16 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
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