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Porsche Boxster

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 2,500 cc

228 TUOMOT history

228 TUO is a red petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

228 TUO red Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
87,803 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
228 TUO
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

228 TUO was last recorded at 87,803 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,674 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
129 miles
Average per year
568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,803 miles
  • 2025 – 87,674 miles
  • 2024 – 87,525 miles
  • 2023 – 87,447 miles
  • 2022 – 87,274 miles
  • 2021 – 86,995 miles
  • 2020 – 86,712 miles
  • 2019 – 86,582 miles
  • 2018 – 86,307 miles
  • 2017 – 85,928 miles
  • 2016 – 85,509 miles
  • 2015 – 85,026 miles
  • 2014 – 84,505 miles
  • 2013 – 83,688 miles
  • 2012 – 82,821 miles
  • 2011 – 82,063 miles
  • 2010 – 81,362 miles
  • 2009 – 80,446 miles
  • 2008 – 79,696 miles
  • 2007 – 78,221 miles
  • 2006 – 76,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,803 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,803 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    87,803 miles
    Test number
    294692934608
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass87,674 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    87,674 miles
    Test number
    732524779613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,525 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    87,525 miles
    Test number
    404304063691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,447 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    87,447 miles
    Test number
    941611053266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,274 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,274 miles
    Test number
    900771102007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,995 miles (+283)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,995 miles
    Test number
    465062676567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,712 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,712 miles
    Test number
    937953303859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,582 miles (+275)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,582 miles
    Test number
    507826087542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,307 miles (+379)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    86,307 miles
    Test number
    901412101782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,928 miles (+419)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    85,928 miles
    Test number
    760389400809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,509 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,509 miles
    Test number
    392937409628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,026 miles (+521)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,026 miles
    Test number
    343918674043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,505 miles (+817)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,505 miles
    Test number
    906433934296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,688 miles (+867)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,688 miles
    Test number
    218194433249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,821 miles (+758)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    82,821 miles
    Test number
    208201242225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,063 miles (+701)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    82,063 miles
    Test number
    495044531292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,362 miles (+916)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,362 miles
    Test number
    714373240227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,446 miles (+750)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    80,446 miles
    Test number
    124156139288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,696 miles (+1,475)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    79,696 miles
    Test number
    580510348299
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  20. Pass78,221 miles (+1,780)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    78,221 miles
    Test number
    660275237259
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight warp offside front disc
  21. Pass76,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    76,441 miles
    Test number
    433366936294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail76,441 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,441 miles
    Test number
    451404636294
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about 228 TUO

What vehicle is registration 228 TUO currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 228 TUO on a red petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 31 Dec 1997. 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 228 TUO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 228 TUO is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 228 TUO?
The MOT on 228 TUO is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 228 TUO done?
228 TUO was recorded at 87,803 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 568 miles a year.
Has 228 TUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 228 TUO has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2006.
Has the mileage on 228 TUO 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 228 TUO find?
228 TUO passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges.

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