2004 Porsche Boxster 3.2L Petrol · MX04 XOP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent testing history indicates a concerning trend of reactive maintenance. While the car passed its MOT in April 2026 at 116,452 miles, it followed a significant failure just two days prior. This failure revealed multiple critical mechanical issues, including a fractured offside front coil spring, inoperative engine management light, and insufficient brake lever travel. The presence of these faults suggests that repairs are only being addressed when necessitated by a failure rather than through a preventative service schedule. At 22 years old with 116,452 miles, the Boxster has averaged approximately 5,300 miles per year, which is notably low for its age. The data shows a period of consistent use with roughly 8,500 miles covered between May 2023 and April 2024, followed by a sharper increase of over 24,000 miles in the two years leading up to 2026. This low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals, which is consistent with the corroded brake pipe identified in the latest test results. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The tester flagged a corroded brake pipe covered in grease in April 2026, which often indicates an attempt to hide structural decay from the inspector. Given the previously fractured coil spring and pitted rear brake discs noted in 2023, the entire suspension and braking assembly should be scrutinised for uneven wear. Furthermore, the reported engine management light failure in April 2026 requires a diagnostic scan to ensure no underlying sensor faults remain that were simply cleared to pass the test.