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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 3,200 cc

2002 ELMOT history

2002 EL is a red petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 29 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 61,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

2002 EL red Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
61,502 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2002 EL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

2002 EL was last recorded at 61,502 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 1,278 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,224 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,278 miles
Average per year
2,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,502 miles
  • 2025 – 60,224 miles
  • 2024 – 59,332 miles
  • 2023 – 58,155 miles
  • 2022 – 57,023 miles
  • 2021 – 55,704 miles
  • 2020 – 54,923 miles
  • 2019 – 53,937 miles
  • 2018 – 52,077 miles
  • 2017 – 49,081 miles
  • 2016 – 45,853 miles
  • 2015 – 42,738 miles
  • 2014 – 39,296 miles
  • 2013 – 35,237 miles
  • 2012 – 33,308 miles
  • 2011 – 32,249 miles
  • 2010 – 31,208 miles
  • 2009 – 29,271 miles
  • 2008 – 27,201 miles
  • 2007 – 24,840 miles
  • 2006 – 17,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,502 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion on sills but not seriously weakened both os and ns

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

34 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,502 miles (+1,278)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    61,502 miles
    Test number
    386256169295
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on sills but not seriously weakened both os and ns

  2. Pass60,224 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    60,224 miles
    Test number
    395288776478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective pipe to pipe clamp bolts missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear heat shield insecure

  3. Fail60,216 miles (+884)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,216 miles
    Test number
    235993293740
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords splitting round full diameter (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective pipe to pipe clamp bolts missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear heat shield insecure

  4. Pass59,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    59,332 miles
    Test number
    958551205592
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail59,332 miles (+1,177)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,332 miles
    Test number
    558605240539
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass58,155 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    58,155 miles
    Test number
    891100207682
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail58,127 miles (+50)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,127 miles
    Test number
    852197623287
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both side clamps corroded, insecure and missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail58,077 miles (+1,054)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,077 miles
    Test number
    521598711630
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded cross section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both side clamps corroded, insecure and missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass57,023 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    57,023 miles
    Test number
    827580846307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail57,015 miles (+1,311)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,015 miles
    Test number
    463313422912
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass55,704 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,704 miles
    Test number
    426671811383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail55,703 miles (+780)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,703 miles
    Test number
    989168786727
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass54,923 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    54,923 miles
    Test number
    466971287284
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  14. Fail54,922 miles (+985)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,922 miles
    Test number
    508173760885
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass53,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,937 miles
    Test number
    670135225715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,937 miles (+1,860)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,937 miles
    Test number
    841634988391
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass52,077 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    52,077 miles
    Test number
    618727663484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

  18. Fail52,077 miles (+2,996)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,077 miles
    Test number
    817033087281
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

  19. Pass49,081 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    49,081 miles
    Test number
    909801377769
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded TO FLEXI PIPE (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail49,074 miles (+3,221)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,074 miles
    Test number
    873311600483
    • FailureOffside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded TO FLEXI PIPE (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass45,853 miles (+3,115)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,853 miles
    Test number
    787512953461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,738 miles (+3,442)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    42,738 miles
    Test number
    638489125228
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteStrongly advise further inspection of brake pipes with under trays removed.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass39,296 miles (+4,059)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    39,296 miles
    Test number
    669488394166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass35,237 miles (+72)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,237 miles
    Test number
    816389113277
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass35,165 miles (+1,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,165 miles
    Test number
    425527513024
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass33,308 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    33,308 miles
    Test number
    128881142443
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn on inner edge

  27. Fail33,308 miles (+1,059)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,308 miles
    Test number
    416071742099
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn on inner edge

  28. Pass32,249 miles (+1,041)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,249 miles
    Test number
    686331941070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,208 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,208 miles
    Test number
    100770440489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail31,205 miles (+1,934)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,205 miles
    Test number
    803156930038
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass29,271 miles (+2,070)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,271 miles
    Test number
    961047439052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass27,201 miles (+2,361)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    27,201 miles
    Test number
    491816438019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass24,840 miles (+7,003)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    24,840 miles
    Test number
    570177317138
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteAll brake disc inner surfaces badly pitted
    • NoteExhaust system fixings corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn and both rear tyre edges worn

  34. Pass17,837 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    17,837 miles
    Test number
    322048586088
    • NoteBoth rear tyre tread inner edges worn
    • NoteNumber plate letters poorly spaced
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall damaged and tyre tread cut

Questions about 2002 EL

What vehicle is registration 2002 EL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2002 EL on a red petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 29 Mar 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 2002 EL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2002 EL is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 2002 EL?
The MOT on 2002 EL is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2002 EL done?
2002 EL was recorded at 61,502 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 2,131 miles a year.
Has 2002 EL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2002 EL has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on 2002 EL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 2002 EL find?
2002 EL passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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