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Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,500 cc

P748 XTXMOT history

P748 XTX is a silver petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 116,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

P748 XTX silver Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
116,526 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P748 XTX
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
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P748 XTX was last recorded at 116,526 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 5,080 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,446 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,080 miles
Average per year
2,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,526 miles
  • 2025 – 111,446 miles
  • 2024 – 109,240 miles
  • 2023 – 108,005 miles
  • 2022 – 107,383 miles
  • 2021 – 106,133 miles
  • 2019 – 105,348 miles
  • 2018 – 103,631 miles
  • 2017 – 102,338 miles
  • 2016 – 98,979 miles
  • 2014 – 84,254 miles
  • 2013 – 76,842 miles
  • 2012 – 74,337 miles
  • 2011 – 68,305 miles
  • 2010 – 67,067 miles
  • 2009 – 65,759 miles
  • 2008 – 64,270 miles
  • 2007 – 61,890 miles
  • 2006 – 57,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,526 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018

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 number plate cracked

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,526 miles (+5,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    116,526 miles
    Test number
    112681677265
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass111,446 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    111,446 miles
    Test number
    127937466872
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail111,439 miles (+2,199)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,439 miles
    Test number
    483574259324
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,240 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    109,240 miles
    Test number
    524504626798
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail109,240 miles (+1,235)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,240 miles
    Test number
    624421375079
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,005 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    108,005 miles
    Test number
    335031445664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail108,005 miles (+622)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,005 miles
    Test number
    774357379400
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass107,383 miles (+1,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    107,383 miles
    Test number
    996822549288
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass106,133 miles17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    106,133 miles
    Test number
    342960081526
    • AdvisoryFront front number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear number plate cracked

  10. Fail106,133 miles (+785)2 repaired17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,133 miles
    Test number
    506979575083
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront front number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear number plate cracked

  11. Pass105,348 miles (+1,717)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,348 miles
    Test number
    940294531290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,631 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    103,631 miles
    Test number
    961510229281
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  13. Fail103,631 miles (+1,293)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,631 miles
    Test number
    139714010176
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked in yellow (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  14. Pass102,338 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    102,338 miles
    Test number
    140666898291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,252 miles (+3,273)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,252 miles
    Test number
    738767720106
    • DangerousFront Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/r tyre close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  16. Pass98,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    98,979 miles
    Test number
    599453845499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail98,979 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,979 miles
    Test number
    267369391534
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inside edge

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    189748205163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    947848005113
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass84,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,254 miles
    Test number
    729620984074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail84,254 miles (+7,412)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,254 miles
    Test number
    517870684057
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass76,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,842 miles
    Test number
    825310513167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail76,842 miles (+2,505)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,842 miles
    Test number
    189969903174
    • 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)

  24. Pass74,337 miles (+6,032)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,337 miles
    Test number
    569344592074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,305 miles (+1,238)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,305 miles
    Test number
    157526831170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,067 miles (+1,308)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,067 miles
    Test number
    171358260173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass65,759 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,759 miles
    Test number
    673083269172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail65,753 miles (+1,483)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,753 miles
    Test number
    270382459499
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)

  29. Pass64,270 miles (+2,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    64,270 miles
    Test number
    444218658156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass61,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,890 miles
    Test number
    384676257156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail61,890 miles (+4,660)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,890 miles
    Test number
    442742757116
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm 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)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs excessively worn
    • NoteHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • NoteWarning light on dash and sensor wire insecure on offside front pads

  32. Pass57,230 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    57,230 miles
    Test number
    440302736188
    • NoteFront pads low †rear pads low

Questions about P748 XTX

Does P748 XTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P748 XTX is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P748 XTX?
The MOT on P748 XTX is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P748 XTX done?
P748 XTX was recorded at 116,526 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 2,951 miles a year.
Has P748 XTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P748 XTX has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on P748 XTX 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 P748 XTX find?
P748 XTX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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