2005 Porsche Boxster 3.2L Petrol · SV05 BSU
2005 Porsche Boxster (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 72,637 miles. MOT expired on 23 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE BOXSTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,637 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SV05 BSU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/03/2026
- 72,637 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
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SV05 BSU MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Porsche Boxster (SV05 BSU) between January 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 March 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
SV05 BSU Mileage History
- 25/01/202266,358 mi
- 14/02/202367,265 mi+907 mi
- 23/02/202470,388 mi+3,123 mi
- 24/03/202571,698 mi+1,310 mi
- 26/03/202672,637 mi+939 mi
Average of roughly 1,508 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: Below Average
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PORSCHE BOXSTER Model Intelligence & Reliability
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2005 model year cars.
- 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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