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Red · Petrol · 1997 · 2,500 cc

R770 HBAMOT history

R770 HBA is a red petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 29 Sept 1997. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 104,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

R770 HBA red Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
104,485 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R770 HBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
29 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R770 HBA was last recorded at 104,485 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,465 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
3,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,485 miles
  • 2025 – 103,000 miles
  • 2024 – 101,201 miles
  • 2023 – 101,145 miles
  • 2022 – 99,602 miles
  • 2021 – 97,397 miles
  • 2020 – 95,815 miles
  • 2019 – 93,018 miles
  • 2018 – 89,394 miles
  • 2017 – 84,494 miles
  • 2016 – 81,541 miles
  • 2015 – 77,951 miles
  • 2014 – 74,624 miles
  • 2013 – 70,919 miles
  • 2012 – 67,634 miles
  • 2011 – 63,881 miles
  • 2010 – 60,438 miles
  • 2009 – 59,419 miles
  • 2008 – 56,750 miles
  • 2007 – 50,921 miles
  • 2006 – 44,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,485 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear diff noisy

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,485 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    104,485 miles
    Test number
    383354399258
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff noisy

  2. Fail104,465 miles (+1,465)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,465 miles
    Test number
    474343806869
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass103,000 miles (+1,799)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,000 miles
    Test number
    212048450255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass101,201 miles (+56)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,201 miles
    Test number
    528801549051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail101,145 miles (+1,543)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,145 miles
    Test number
    308983214774
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass99,602 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,602 miles
    Test number
    276838933977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail99,567 miles (+2,170)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,567 miles
    Test number
    990623237953
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass97,397 miles (+37)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,397 miles
    Test number
    901153096378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail97,360 miles (+1,545)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,360 miles
    Test number
    418845492870
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass95,815 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,815 miles
    Test number
    978887953923
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Fail95,815 miles (+2,797)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,815 miles
    Test number
    130266300999
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass93,018 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,018 miles
    Test number
    484979346604
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Fail93,016 miles (+3,622)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,016 miles
    Test number
    171408801792
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass89,394 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,394 miles
    Test number
    960060841332
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail89,394 miles (+4,900)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,394 miles
    Test number
    176834324118
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass84,494 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,494 miles
    Test number
    693491450092
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail84,494 miles (+2,953)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,494 miles
    Test number
    690255086065
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass81,541 miles (+3,590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,541 miles
    Test number
    325265125124
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass77,951 miles (+3,327)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,951 miles
    Test number
    885565005147
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake 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. Pass74,624 miles (+3,705)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,624 miles
    Test number
    728690824134
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass70,919 miles (+3,285)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,919 miles
    Test number
    499540003101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,634 miles (+3,753)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,634 miles
    Test number
    597107312119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,881 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,881 miles
    Test number
    177556151431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,879 miles (+3,441)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,879 miles
    Test number
    529519241091
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  25. Pass60,438 miles (+1,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,438 miles
    Test number
    114021960086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass59,419 miles (+2,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    59,419 miles
    Test number
    762281639299
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass56,750 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    56,750 miles
    Test number
    982754238202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail56,735 miles (+5,814)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,735 miles
    Test number
    854047028231
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll brake pads slightly worn
    • NoteAll four brake discs slightly worn and pitted

  29. Pass50,921 miles (+6,883)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    50,921 miles
    Test number
    661007857187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass44,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,038 miles
    Test number
    903890666131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R770 HBA

Does R770 HBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R770 HBA is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R770 HBA?
The MOT on R770 HBA is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R770 HBA done?
R770 HBA was recorded at 104,485 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 3,060 miles a year.
Has R770 HBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R770 HBA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on R770 HBA 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 R770 HBA find?
R770 HBA passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all four; offside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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