2002 Porsche Boxster 2.7L Petrol · XAZ 2000

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean result in its most recent inspection. The MOT test conducted on 20 May 2023 at 96,962 miles recorded no defects, indicating that the primary mechanical and safety components met the required standards. This follows a period of inconsistency in 2021 and 2022, but the previous owner successfully addressed necessary repairs to maintain passing status. The mileage pattern is remarkably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,040 miles per year. Data shows a significant period of minimal use between July 2021 and July 2022, where the car covered only 1,523 miles in thirteen months. The discrepancy in the June 2022 failure entry listing 967,136 miles is clearly a clerical error by the tester. While low mileage suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of standing time often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluid chemistry. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to age-related failure rather than mileage wear. Although the record does not list specific mechanical failures, the tester must verify the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines which can become brittle when vehicles sit stationary. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the chassis and underbody is essential to ensure long-term integrity. One should also check for seized calipers or pitted discs, as low use frequently results in surface rust on the braking system.