2001 Porsche Boxster S 3.2L Petrol · PK51 AYW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs following long periods of inactivity. While the car passed its MOT in August 2025 at 23,629 miles, it failed a test just eight days prior at 23,624 miles. This failure revealed a split nearside rear CV boot and pitted brake discs, both of which were addressed to secure the subsequent pass. The recent appearance of these faults after years of cleanliness suggests the vehicle is only serviced when defects reach inspection thresholds rather than following a proactive preventative schedule. The mileage data reflects an exceptionally low usage pattern, averaging approximately 945 miles per year over its twenty-five-year life. There is a significant eight-year gap between the November 2016 test at 19,604 miles and the July 2024 test at 23,039 miles, during which the car covered only 3,435 miles. Such long intervals of storage often lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid-related issues regardless of the low mechanical wear. The pitting on the brake discs noted in 2025 is a direct consequence of the car sitting stationary, allowing surface corrosion to develop on the exposed iron rotors. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of all rubber components, as the low mileage masks potential dry rot. The split CV boot identified in 2025 is a warning sign that other bushings, suspension mounts, and engine hoses may be brittle and prone to cracking. Given the age of the Boxster, the inspector should also check for seized calipers or perished brake lines which are common in low-use vehicles. The crack in the windscreen noted in 2025 should be monitored to ensure it has not spread or compromised the structural integrity of the glass over time.