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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,700 cc

J8 OXTMOT history

J8 OXT is a blue petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2021 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 117,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2023.

J8 OXT blue Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2021
Mileage
117,374 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2023
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 OXT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2021
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

J8 OXT was last recorded at 117,374 miles on 4 Mar 2023, 833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,541 miles · 22 Apr 2020
Between the last two tests
833 miles
Average per year
5,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,374 miles
  • 2020 – 116,541 miles
  • 2017 – 113,549 miles
  • 2016 – 107,202 miles
  • 2015 – 104,661 miles
  • 2014 – 102,966 miles
  • 2013 – 98,189 miles
  • 2012 – 91,623 miles
  • 2011 – 83,880 miles
  • 2010 – 72,808 miles
  • 2009 – 61,825 miles
  • 2008 – 49,375 miles
  • 2007 – 36,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,374 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front.

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,374 miles (+833)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,374 miles
    Test number
    146386039998
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass116,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    116,541 miles
    Test number
    656546068530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail116,541 miles (+38)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,541 miles
    Test number
    343916856232
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front. (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail116,503 miles (+2,954)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,503 miles
    Test number
    337753306348
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front. (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass113,549 miles (+6,347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    113,549 miles
    Test number
    369134741761
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  6. Pass107,202 miles (+46)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    107,202 miles
    Test number
    496835071214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail107,156 miles (+2,495)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,156 miles
    Test number
    595978530926
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine management indicating a fault

  8. Pass104,661 miles (+1,695)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,661 miles
    Test number
    815539945188
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine management light indicates a fault

  9. Pass102,966 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,966 miles
    Test number
    359929834112
    • 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)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly

  10. Fail102,966 miles (+4,777)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,966 miles
    Test number
    959318824115
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly

  11. Pass98,189 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,189 miles
    Test number
    937897583098
    • NoteFront tyres scrubbing on inner edges
    • NoteScrew in o/s/r tyre

  12. Fail98,189 miles (+6,566)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,189 miles
    Test number
    778161883081
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres scrubbing on inner edges
    • NoteScrew in o/s/r tyre

  13. Pass91,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,623 miles
    Test number
    336447072022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,623 miles (+7,743)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,623 miles
    Test number
    177807062493
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass83,880 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,880 miles
    Test number
    126138431085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,865 miles (+11,057)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,865 miles
    Test number
    556605831054
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail72,808 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,808 miles
    Test number
    194564260052
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass72,808 miles (+10,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,808 miles
    Test number
    864434660083
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass61,825 miles (+12,450)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    61,825 miles
    Test number
    902878009025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,375 miles (+12,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,375 miles
    Test number
    890409208073
    • 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)

  21. Pass36,460 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,460 miles
    Test number
    990849817029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about J8 OXT

Does J8 OXT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J8 OXT expired on 21 Apr 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J8 OXT?
The MOT on J8 OXT expired on 21 Apr 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J8 OXT done?
J8 OXT was recorded at 117,374 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2023, an average of 5,019 miles a year.
Has J8 OXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 OXT has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on J8 OXT 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 J8 OXT find?
J8 OXT failed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2023 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken; offside rear coil spring fractured or broken; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear.

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