2005 Porsche Boxster 3.2L Petrol · LK05 HHG
2005 Porsche Boxster (3.2L, petrol). First registered 27 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 71,948 miles. MOT expired on 11 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE BOXSTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,948 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LK05 HHG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2025
- 71,948 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
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LK05 HHG MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Porsche Boxster (LK05 HHG) between September 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 14 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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.
LK05 HHG Mileage History
- 27/09/202270,229 mi
- 10/10/202370,385 mi+156 mi
- 08/10/202471,128 mi+743 mi
- 07/10/202571,948 mi+820 mi
Average of roughly 568 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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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