2005 Porsche Boxster 3.2L Petrol · X88 TAC
2005 Porsche Boxster (3.2L, petrol). First registered 18 May 2005. Recorded mileage 97,077 miles. MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- PORSCHE BOXSTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,077 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X88 TAC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2025
- 97,077 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X88 TAC MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Porsche Boxster (X88 TAC) between August 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
X88 TAC Mileage History
- 11/08/202393,971 mi
- 30/09/202494,866 mi+895 mi
- 09/09/202597,077 mi+2,211 mi
Average of roughly 1,493 miles per year across 3 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: Average
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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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