PORSCHE BOXSTER MOT pass rate
87.8% of 66,904 PORSCHE BOXSTER MOT tests pass.
At 87.8%, The BOXSTER passes slightly less often than the average across all PORSCHE models (91.8%).
The PORSCHE BOXSTER passes its MOT 87.8% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 98.4% at 0–3 years to 82.5% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 98.4% | 512 | 12,112 miles |
| 3–6 years | 97.4% | 5,809 | 21,664 miles |
| 6–10 years | 95.6% | 10,674 | 32,468 miles |
| 10–15 years | 93.5% | 10,591 | 49,503 miles |
| 15+ years | 82.5% | 39,318 | 81,141 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the PORSCHE BOXSTER
The most common reason the PORSCHE BOXSTER fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 49.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 49.9% | Not working |
| Brakes | 33.0% | Excessively corroded |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 26.0% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Suspension | 23.4% | Fractured or broken |
| Tyres | 18.8% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 12.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 10.1% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Steering | 4.3% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 3.0% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.9% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
Related PORSCHE models
- PORSCHE 911 — 92.2% pass rate
- PORSCHE MACAN — 94.7% pass rate
- PORSCHE CAYENNE — 91.0% pass rate
- PORSCHE CAYMAN — 93.0% pass rate
- PORSCHE PANAMERA — 92.8% pass rate
- PORSCHE TAYCAN — 94.5% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the PORSCHE BOXSTER?
- 87.8% of PORSCHE BOXSTER MOT tests pass, based on 66,904 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the PORSCHE BOXSTER?
- The most common reason the PORSCHE BOXSTER fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 49.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the PORSCHE BOXSTER's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the PORSCHE service history guide for how to check and keep one.