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Porsche Boxster

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,500 cc

L2 BOKMOT history

L2 BOK is a silver petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 15 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2023.

L2 BOK silver Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2024
Mileage
95,660 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 BOK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
15 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 BOK was last recorded at 95,660 miles on 18 Apr 2023, 2,833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jun 2008: 65,425 miles, lower than 72,101 miles on 14 Jun 2007.
  • 30 Oct 2019: 19,328 miles, lower than 91,327 miles on 28 Oct 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
92,827 miles · 25 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2,833 miles
Average per year
2,570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 95,660 miles
  • 2022 – 92,827 miles
  • 2020 – 91,837 miles
  • 2019 – 19,328 miles
  • 2018 – 90,297 miles
  • 2017 – 89,346 miles
  • 2016 – 85,608 miles
  • 2015 – 80,615 miles
  • 2014 – 76,605 miles
  • 2013 – 75,321 miles
  • 2012 – 74,892 miles
  • 2010 – 74,182 miles
  • 2009 – 68,791 miles
  • 2008 – 65,425 miles
  • 2007 – 72,101 miles
  • 2006 – 52,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,660 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view screen (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,660 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    95,660 miles
    Test number
    111253223466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail95,660 miles (+2,833)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,660 miles
    Test number
    126558249255
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass92,827 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    92,827 miles
    Test number
    546991970361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail92,825 miles (+988)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,825 miles
    Test number
    654720532242
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass91,837 miles (+72,509)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,837 miles
    Test number
    343626252306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Deteriorating, Tarnished. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface area. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Deteriorating, Tarnished. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface area. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass19,328 miles (-71,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    19,328 miles
    Test number
    277224314794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail91,327 miles (+1,030)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,327 miles
    Test number
    553307225288
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect tarnished lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Tarnished lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass90,297 miles (+951)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,297 miles
    Test number
    108848898064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,346 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,346 miles
    Test number
    774963650339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,304 miles (+3,696)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,304 miles
    Test number
    114009982365
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  11. Pass85,608 miles (+42)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    85,608 miles
    Test number
    902649472948
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view screen (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leaking
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail85,566 miles (+4,951)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,566 miles
    Test number
    739137961271
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view screen (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leaking
    • AdvisoryParking brake long travel
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass80,615 miles (+4,010)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    80,615 miles
    Test number
    249636715070
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Pass76,605 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,605 miles
    Test number
    168586114031
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail76,601 miles (+1,280)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,601 miles
    Test number
    829358504004
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass75,321 miles (+429)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,321 miles
    Test number
    195174703401
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass74,892 miles (+710)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    74,892 miles
    Test number
    145028012485
    • NoteBoth front brake discsa re deteriorating aand heavily pitted on inner faces.
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs are deteriorating and heavily pitted on inner and outer faces.
    • NoteFront end of nearside front inner wheel arch liner is damaged and loose.
    • NoteSome corrosion on rear metal brake pipes. Advise attention.

  18. Pass74,182 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,182 miles
    Test number
    684871880105
    • NoteAll 4 discs pitted

  19. Fail74,173 miles (+5,382)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,173 miles
    Test number
    620100780189
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • NoteAll 4 discs pitted

  20. Pass68,791 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,791 miles
    Test number
    521207589137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,778 miles (+3,353)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,778 miles
    Test number
    553925979123
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass65,425 miles (-6,676)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,425 miles
    Test number
    830292178127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,101 miles (+19,624)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    72,101 miles
    Test number
    941125667182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,477 miles
    Test number
    974210486142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 BOK

Does L2 BOK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L2 BOK expired on 24 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L2 BOK?
The MOT on L2 BOK expired on 24 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L2 BOK done?
L2 BOK was recorded at 95,660 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2023, an average of 2,570 miles a year.
Has L2 BOK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 BOK has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L2 BOK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 20 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L2 BOK find?
L2 BOK passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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