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Porsche 968

Yellow · Petrol · 1993 · 2,990 cc

C5 YELMOT history

C5 YEL is a yellow petrol Porsche 968 first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

C5 YEL yellow Porsche 968 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche 968, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
93,105 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 YEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
968
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 YEL was last recorded at 93,105 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 82 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,023 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
82 miles
Average per year
1,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,105 miles
  • 2025 – 93,023 miles
  • 2023 – 93,023 miles
  • 2021 – 92,998 miles
  • 2020 – 92,931 miles
  • 2019 – 92,356 miles
  • 2018 – 91,788 miles
  • 2017 – 91,167 miles
  • 2016 – 90,432 miles
  • 2014 – 89,675 miles
  • 2013 – 88,280 miles
  • 2012 – 83,196 miles
  • 2011 – 80,128 miles
  • 2008 – 75,582 miles
  • 2007 – 73,761 miles
  • 2006 – 71,225 miles
  • 2005 – 68,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,105 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,105 miles (+82)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    93,105 miles
    Test number
    390575640764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    93,023 miles
    Test number
    504274547912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,023 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    93,023 miles
    Test number
    249566579540
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty
    • AdvisorySlight blow exhaust

  4. Fail92,998 miles (+67)1 dangerous2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,998 miles
    Test number
    439960901966
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear feed pipe going into 3 way connector (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower both suspension arm rear bushes split and perishing
    • AdvisoryFront both shock absorbers have movement in the body's
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed pipe to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible brake hose to brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both feed pipes from flexible brake hoses to brake calipers (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from 3 way connector to both flexible brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and both rear coil springs showing signs of corrosion

  5. Pass92,931 miles (+575)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,931 miles
    Test number
    521412553400
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column lower uni joint has movement

  6. Pass92,356 miles (+568)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,356 miles
    Test number
    445065787044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass91,788 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,788 miles
    Test number
    904756754601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,167 miles (+735)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,167 miles
    Test number
    944831567795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,432 miles (+74)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    90,432 miles
    Test number
    228591667895
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded after flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail90,358 miles (+683)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,358 miles
    Test number
    325615773180
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam dim and does not pop up (1.7.4a)

  11. Pass89,675 miles (+59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    89,675 miles
    Test number
    155041154349
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  12. Fail89,616 miles (+145)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,616 miles
    Test number
    468483634279
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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)

  13. Fail89,471 miles (+1,191)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,471 miles
    Test number
    416931464178
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass88,280 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,280 miles
    Test number
    448635623225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,232 miles (+5,036)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,232 miles
    Test number
    106588753104
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass83,196 miles (+3,068)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    83,196 miles
    Test number
    686950872067
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs rusty

  17. Pass80,128 miles (+4,546)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    80,128 miles
    Test number
    146504831084
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside headlight output dim

  18. Pass75,582 miles (+1,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    75,582 miles
    Test number
    983543048327
    • 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)

  19. Pass73,761 miles (+2,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    73,761 miles
    Test number
    550958297282
    • 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)

  20. Fail71,225 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,225 miles
    Test number
    251623346220
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  21. Pass71,225 miles (+3,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    71,225 miles
    Test number
    553433446274
    • 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)

  22. Pass68,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    68,208 miles
    Test number
    834541925247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 YEL

Does C5 YEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 YEL is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 YEL?
The MOT on C5 YEL is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 YEL done?
C5 YEL was recorded at 93,105 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 1,187 miles a year.
Has C5 YEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 YEL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on C5 YEL 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 C5 YEL find?
C5 YEL passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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