2006 Porsche Boxster 2.7L Petrol · SF06 EHX
2006 Porsche Boxster (2.7L, petrol). First registered 12 May 2006. Recorded mileage 116,157 miles. MOT valid until 03 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE BOXSTER
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,157 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SF06 EHX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2026
- 116,157 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SF06 EHX 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 2006 Porsche Boxster (SF06 EHX) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 August 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: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
SF06 EHX Mileage History
- 31/08/2023108,757 mi
- 03/09/2024112,927 mi+4,170 mi
- 03/09/2024112,929 mi+2 mi
- 07/08/2025114,930 mi+2,001 mi
- 18/08/2026116,157 mi+1,227 mi
Average of roughly 2,496 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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