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Porsche Boxster

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,700 cc

L55 JDMMOT history

L55 JDM is a blue petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 28 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 122,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2024.

L55 JDM blue Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2025
Mileage
122,782 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 JDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 JDM was last recorded at 122,782 miles on 16 Jul 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,780 miles · 12 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 122,782 miles
  • 2023 – 122,614 miles
  • 2022 – 122,512 miles
  • 2021 – 121,089 miles
  • 2019 – 119,372 miles
  • 2018 – 117,142 miles
  • 2017 – 106,770 miles
  • 2016 – 99,411 miles
  • 2015 – 91,788 miles
  • 2014 – 85,388 miles
  • 2013 – 77,934 miles
  • 2012 – 70,912 miles
  • 2011 – 62,413 miles
  • 2010 – 59,222 miles
  • 2009 – 55,373 miles
  • 2008 – 50,463 miles
  • 2007 – 46,256 miles
  • 2006 – 34,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,782 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,782 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    122,782 miles
    Test number
    640228587170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail122,780 miles (+166)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,780 miles
    Test number
    879872617072
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass122,614 miles (+102)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    122,614 miles
    Test number
    706373286862
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak rubber hose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

  4. Pass122,512 miles (+1,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    122,512 miles
    Test number
    326691841611
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

  5. Pass121,089 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    121,089 miles
    Test number
    992001231784
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail121,080 miles (+1,708)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,080 miles
    Test number
    143703725095
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass119,372 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,372 miles
    Test number
    532613093516
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material center (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + cutting of on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + cutting if in inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail119,370 miles (+2,228)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,370 miles
    Test number
    354752102685
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material center (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + cutting of on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +cutting off on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + cutting if in inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass117,142 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    117,142 miles
    Test number
    413953871492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cutting off on inner edges+ cracking inbetween treads
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cut off on inner edges + cracking in between treads

  10. Fail117,142 miles (+10,372)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,142 miles
    Test number
    937911358606
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cutting off on inner edges+ cracking inbetween treads
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cut off on inner edges + cracking in between treads

  11. Pass106,770 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    106,770 miles
    Test number
    591214764957
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Full undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes have been greased

  12. Fail106,757 miles (+7,346)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,757 miles
    Test number
    294815894408
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Full undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes have been greased

  13. Pass99,411 miles (+7,623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    99,411 miles
    Test number
    288667604249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass91,788 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    91,788 miles
    Test number
    515765715235
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake pipes very slight corrosion
    • NoteOsr inner brake pipe slight corrosion
    • NoteRear tyres slight perrished and slight wear inner edges

  15. Fail91,788 miles (+6,400)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,788 miles
    Test number
    486320515244
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake pipes very slight corrosion
    • NoteOsr inner brake pipe slight corrosion
    • NoteRear tyres slight perrished and slight wear inner edges

  16. Pass85,388 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,388 miles
    Test number
    618166324225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres have excessive inner shoulder wear

  17. Fail85,388 miles (+7,454)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,388 miles
    Test number
    479165024286
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres have excessive inner shoulder wear

  18. Fail77,934 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,934 miles
    Test number
    388706623245
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass77,934 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,934 miles
    Test number
    536516323224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    70,912 miles
    Test number
    815799822223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,912 miles (+8,499)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,912 miles
    Test number
    176589122227
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  22. Pass62,413 miles (+3,191)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    62,413 miles
    Test number
    597323111246
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn and corroding

  23. Pass59,222 miles (+3,849)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    59,222 miles
    Test number
    340527500268
    • NoteBoth front brake dises worn
    • NoteBoth front pipe to manifold flange nuts very corroded

  24. Pass55,373 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    55,373 miles
    Test number
    202679989156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,359 miles (+4,896)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,359 miles
    Test number
    822052689129
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass50,463 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,463 miles
    Test number
    991993488127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail50,436 miles (+4,180)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,436 miles
    Test number
    291212788471
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass46,256 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,256 miles
    Test number
    640692117251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail46,255 miles (+3,027)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,255 miles
    Test number
    794401517208
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  30. Pass43,228 miles (+9,130)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,228 miles
    Test number
    161738117054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass34,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,098 miles
    Test number
    144935866482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 JDM

Does L55 JDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 JDM expired on 15 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 JDM?
The MOT on L55 JDM expired on 15 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 JDM done?
L55 JDM was recorded at 122,782 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2024, an average of 4,830 miles a year.
Has L55 JDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 JDM has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L55 JDM 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 L55 JDM find?
L55 JDM passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2024 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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