2002 Porsche Boxster 2.7L Petrol · LT02 WMM

The 2002 Porsche Boxster shows a stable roadworthiness trend over the past four MOT cycles, with the most recent test on 2025-05-28 at 91,046 miles passing without any defects or advisories. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a basic level to meet MOT standards, though the absence of any recorded issues does not guarantee hidden wear or deferred repairs. The double test in May 2023—one failure (unusually recorded as "no defects") followed by an immediate pass—appears anomalous and may indicate a clerical error or oversight rather than a mechanical trend. No recurring faults have been logged, but the lack of advisories in recent tests means critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers were not specifically assessed beyond passing visual checks. The recorded mileage of 91,046 miles over 24 years equates to approximately 3,794 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age and make. The gap between tests is consistent at around 12 months, with no rapid mileage jumps or prolonged periods of inactivity. The near-identical mileage between the 2023 failure and pass (90,847 miles) further suggests the vehicle has seen minimal use, which could either indicate careful ownership or prolonged storage without proper care. This low mileage does not necessarily correlate to better mechanical condition—it may instead reflect deferred maintenance or neglect of consumables like fluids, belts, and filters. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components that are not routinely tested under MOT standards. The suspension—particularly rear bushes and coil springs—should be examined for excessive play or corrosion, as these are common failure points in high-performance sports cars of this vintage. Brake discs and calipers, while not flagged in past tests, may show uneven wear or binding due to the car’s aggressive driving characteristics. Structural integrity, including underbody corrosion around the sills and wheel arches, should also be assessed, as rust can compromise the chassis over time. The engine bay should be checked for fluid leaks, belt tension, and the condition of the timing belt if applicable, as these are often overlooked in low-mileage vehicles. The double MOT in 2023 warrants scrutiny of the test centre’s records to confirm no missed defects were reported.