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Porsche Boxster

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,687 cc

J4 EFDMOT history

J4 EFD is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 18 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 57,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

J4 EFD black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
57,050 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J4 EFD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,687 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J4 EFD was last recorded at 57,050 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,044 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,050 miles
  • 2025 – 57,040 miles
  • 2024 – 56,999 miles
  • 2023 – 56,933 miles
  • 2022 – 56,877 miles
  • 2021 – 56,589 miles
  • 2019 – 55,694 miles
  • 2018 – 51,743 miles
  • 2017 – 47,141 miles
  • 2016 – 45,348 miles
  • 2014 – 44,597 miles
  • 2013 – 43,352 miles
  • 2012 – 36,652 miles
  • 2011 – 32,034 miles
  • 2010 – 27,718 miles
  • 2009 – 23,717 miles
  • 2008 – 17,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,050 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts around tread to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,050 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    57,050 miles
    Test number
    883465790305
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts around tread to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail57,044 miles (+4)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,044 miles
    Test number
    387551664315
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts around tread to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass57,040 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    57,040 miles
    Test number
    717300104474
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail57,040 miles (+41)3 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,040 miles
    Test number
    118605765616
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass56,999 miles (+66)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    56,999 miles
    Test number
    148297609385
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass56,933 miles (+56)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    56,933 miles
    Test number
    138783841689
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass56,877 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    56,877 miles
    Test number
    301975048911
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail56,877 miles (+288)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,877 miles
    Test number
    811663835379
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass56,589 miles (+895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,589 miles
    Test number
    932568937040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen

  10. Pass55,694 miles (+3,951)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,694 miles
    Test number
    154512337748
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A, chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass51,743 miles (+4,602)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    51,743 miles
    Test number
    178672501975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,141 miles (+1,793)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    47,141 miles
    Test number
    914744742196
    • AdvisoryChip in Zone A smaller than 10mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn very close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn very close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn very close to legal limit

  13. Pass45,348 miles (+751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,348 miles
    Test number
    499381808723
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads wearing low and deteriorated

  14. Pass44,597 miles (+1,245)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,597 miles
    Test number
    287101504345
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low
    • NoteChip in Zone A smaller than 10mm
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre low tread and is perishing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass43,352 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,352 miles
    Test number
    597187383225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,685 miles (+5,033)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,685 miles
    Test number
    168832243407
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass36,652 miles (+4,618)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,652 miles
    Test number
    646349742063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,034 miles (+4,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,034 miles
    Test number
    609199441050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass27,718 miles (+4,001)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    27,718 miles
    Test number
    381432140075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,717 miles (+5,722)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    23,717 miles
    Test number
    673088849063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    17,995 miles
    Test number
    460925248004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J4 EFD

Does J4 EFD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J4 EFD is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J4 EFD?
The MOT on J4 EFD is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J4 EFD done?
J4 EFD was recorded at 57,050 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 2,149 miles a year.
Has J4 EFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J4 EFD has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on J4 EFD 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 J4 EFD find?
J4 EFD passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts around tread to sidewall; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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