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Porsche Boxster

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 3,200 cc

B20 NLHMOT history

B20 NLH is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 23 of 30 MOT tests, with 89,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

B20 NLH black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
89,411 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
30
23 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 NLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 NLH was last recorded at 89,411 miles on 27 May 2026, 767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,644 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
767 miles
Average per year
2,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,411 miles
  • 2025 – 88,644 miles
  • 2024 – 88,547 miles
  • 2023 – 87,888 miles
  • 2022 – 87,152 miles
  • 2021 – 86,158 miles
  • 2020 – 84,381 miles
  • 2019 – 83,246 miles
  • 2018 – 81,727 miles
  • 2017 – 78,872 miles
  • 2016 – 77,218 miles
  • 2015 – 74,492 miles
  • 2014 – 69,274 miles
  • 2013 – 68,456 miles
  • 2012 – 67,776 miles
  • 2011 – 65,441 miles
  • 2010 – 60,892 miles
  • 2009 – 52,778 miles
  • 2008 – 48,587 miles
  • 2007 – 43,990 miles
  • 2006 – 39,705 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,411 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,411 miles (+767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    89,411 miles
    Test number
    184430815178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,644 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,644 miles
    Test number
    818820727131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,547 miles (+659)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    88,547 miles
    Test number
    339716222391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,888 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    87,888 miles
    Test number
    655910028213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,867 miles (+715)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,867 miles
    Test number
    142198520354
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake hose insecure

  6. Pass87,152 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    87,152 miles
    Test number
    918275490579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,070 miles (+912)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,070 miles
    Test number
    656329461660
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass86,158 miles (+1,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    86,158 miles
    Test number
    478245455534
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass84,381 miles (+1,135)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,381 miles
    Test number
    389884119331
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass83,246 miles (+27)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,246 miles
    Test number
    278044644645
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail83,219 miles (+1,492)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,219 miles
    Test number
    931423831372
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass81,727 miles (+1,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    81,727 miles
    Test number
    662775501751
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass80,607 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,607 miles
    Test number
    617527491673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,872 miles (+1,654)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,872 miles
    Test number
    761340731745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,218 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,218 miles
    Test number
    240893182960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,492 miles (+5,218)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,492 miles
    Test number
    707887855164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,274 miles (+818)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,274 miles
    Test number
    346769514133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,456 miles (+680)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    376948753040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,776 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,776 miles
    Test number
    235008052281
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail67,776 miles (+2,335)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,776 miles
    Test number
    259088352260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass65,441 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,441 miles
    Test number
    458805751269
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Fail65,441 miles (+4,549)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,441 miles
    Test number
    586035251290
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass60,892 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    60,892 miles
    Test number
    702409850274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail60,885 miles (+2,790)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,885 miles
    Test number
    303847750427
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  25. Pass58,095 miles (+5,317)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,095 miles
    Test number
    322214930044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,778 miles (+4,191)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    52,778 miles
    Test number
    503141249032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    48,587 miles
    Test number
    872065948050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail48,587 miles (+4,597)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,587 miles
    Test number
    272309438086
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass43,990 miles (+4,285)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,990 miles
    Test number
    550370747097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass39,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    39,705 miles
    Test number
    394432646030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B20 NLH

Does B20 NLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B20 NLH is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on B20 NLH?
The MOT on B20 NLH is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B20 NLH done?
B20 NLH was recorded at 89,411 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 2,450 miles a year.
Has B20 NLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 NLH has failed 7 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on B20 NLH 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 B20 NLH find?
B20 NLH passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front coil spring worn.

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