2008 Porsche Boxster 2.7L Petrol · J31 BAM
2008 Porsche Boxster (2.7L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2008. Recorded mileage 58,992 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE BOXSTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,992 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J31 BAM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/07/2026
- 58,992 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J31 BAM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Porsche Boxster (J31 BAM) between June 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 July 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: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
J31 BAM Mileage History
- 30/06/202329,523 mi
- 29/06/202435,938 mi+6,415 mi
- 04/07/202543,668 mi+7,730 mi
- 27/06/202658,620 mi+14,952 mi
- 04/07/202658,992 mi+372 mi
Average of roughly 9,787 miles per year across 5 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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