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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,179 cc

L55 PWMMOT history

L55 PWM is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 15 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 105,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2023.

L55 PWM black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2024
Mileage
105,693 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 PWM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 PWM was last recorded at 105,693 miles on 16 Dec 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,690 miles · 13 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,693 miles
  • 2022 – 103,251 miles
  • 2021 – 100,874 miles
  • 2020 – 97,987 miles
  • 2019 – 94,636 miles
  • 2018 – 89,762 miles
  • 2017 – 84,092 miles
  • 2016 – 77,760 miles
  • 2015 – 70,090 miles
  • 2014 – 62,463 miles
  • 2013 – 59,192 miles
  • 2011 – 53,812 miles
  • 2010 – 47,236 miles
  • 2009 – 38,127 miles
  • 2008 – 32,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,693 miles
  • MinorRear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated All perished/cracking (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring top mount incorrectly seated but still secure and resulting in no movementRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both mainruns (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Emissions not tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,693 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    105,693 miles
    Test number
    319402349601
    • MinorRear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated All perished/cracking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring top mount incorrectly seated but still secure and resulting in no movement
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both mainruns (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail105,690 miles (+44)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,690 miles
    Test number
    235294962877
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated All perished/cracking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring top mount incorrectly seated but still secure and resulting in no movement
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both mainruns (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail105,646 miles (+2,395)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,646 miles
    Test number
    897465419526
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,251 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,251 miles
    Test number
    586482729874
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold to front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail103,195 miles (+2,321)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,195 miles
    Test number
    103615260446
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,874 miles
    Test number
    930494606786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail100,874 miles (+2,887)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,874 miles
    Test number
    989047371183
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass97,987 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,987 miles
    Test number
    507205659182
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail97,987 miles (+3,351)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,987 miles
    Test number
    435214862317
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass94,636 miles (+4,874)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,636 miles
    Test number
    597597660992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker covers (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass89,762 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,762 miles
    Test number
    647961423499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Fail89,732 miles (+5,640)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,732 miles
    Test number
    276708284143
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass84,092 miles (+6,332)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    84,092 miles
    Test number
    472268929663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,760 miles (+7,670)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,760 miles
    Test number
    766111940799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,090 miles (+3,675)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,090 miles
    Test number
    155789052149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,415 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,415 miles
    Test number
    399911965068
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail66,415 miles (+3,952)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,415 miles
    Test number
    648546555097
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePsm light indicates a fault

  18. Pass62,463 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,463 miles
    Test number
    765341694054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,192 miles (+5,380)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,192 miles
    Test number
    195622573422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass53,812 miles (+6,576)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,812 miles
    Test number
    499519321384
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake discs heavily pitted on inner faces.

  21. Pass47,236 miles (+9,109)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,236 miles
    Test number
    190465460263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,127 miles (+5,476)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,127 miles
    Test number
    161279809241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,651 miles
    Test number
    873292578120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 PWM

Does L55 PWM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 PWM expired on 15 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 PWM?
The MOT on L55 PWM expired on 15 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 PWM done?
L55 PWM was recorded at 105,693 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2023, an average of 4,716 miles a year.
Has L55 PWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 PWM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L55 PWM 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 PWM find?
L55 PWM passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated all perished/cracking; offside rear coil spring top mount incorrectly seated but still secure and resulting in no movement; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both mainruns.

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