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Black · Petrol · 1997 · 2,500 cc

R8 TEWMOT history

R8 TEW is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 90,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

R8 TEW black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
90,298 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R8 TEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R8 TEW was last recorded at 90,298 miles on 6 May 2026, 319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,979 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
319 miles
Average per year
1,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,298 miles
  • 2025 – 89,979 miles
  • 2024 – 89,694 miles
  • 2023 – 88,772 miles
  • 2021 – 86,423 miles
  • 2020 – 78,714 miles
  • 2019 – 77,940 miles
  • 2017 – 76,232 miles
  • 2016 – 73,558 miles
  • 2015 – 73,535 miles
  • 2012 – 73,058 miles
  • 2011 – 72,180 miles
  • 2010 – 71,115 miles
  • 2008 – 68,656 miles
  • 2007 – 66,579 miles
  • 2006 – 59,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,298 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,298 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    90,298 miles
    Test number
    188676655978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,979 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,979 miles
    Test number
    828447862696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass89,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    89,694 miles
    Test number
    178654263941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail89,694 miles (+922)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,694 miles
    Test number
    842773014774
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass88,772 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,772 miles
    Test number
    353012343321
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced been undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes on brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced been underseled (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes on brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail88,771 miles (+2,348)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,771 miles
    Test number
    108564577779
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced been undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes on brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced been underseled (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes on brake calliper (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass86,423 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    86,423 miles
    Test number
    364228177534
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs rusty
    • AdvisoryRear under sills surface rust
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes surface rust

  8. Fail86,423 miles (+4,912)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,423 miles
    Test number
    693241551907
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs rusty
    • AdvisoryRear under sills surface rust
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes surface rust

  9. Pass81,511 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,511 miles
    Test number
    710115753176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,714 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,714 miles
    Test number
    770689580040
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and slightly blowing
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion rear

  11. Fail78,714 miles (+774)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,714 miles
    Test number
    593713666644
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and slightly blowing
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion rear

  12. Pass77,940 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    77,940 miles
    Test number
    811813194813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,232 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,232 miles
    Test number
    981565612638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,558 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,558 miles
    Test number
    260536581611
    • AdvisorySlight rust on brake discs

  15. Fail73,556 miles (+21)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,556 miles
    Test number
    766038185550
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight rust on brake discs

  16. Fail73,535 miles (+477)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,535 miles
    Test number
    388773446077
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCar over heats
    • AdvisoryEmissions not tested

  17. Pass73,058 miles (+878)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,058 miles
    Test number
    566103142165
    • 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)
    • NoteCracking on nearside rear tyre
    • NoteCracking on offside front tyre
    • NoteCracking on offside rear tyre

  18. Pass72,180 miles (+1,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,180 miles
    Test number
    519801061171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass71,115 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    71,115 miles
    Test number
    982101810190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Fail71,115 miles (+106)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,115 miles
    Test number
    513681010153
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  21. Fail71,009 miles (+2,353)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,009 miles
    Test number
    232809020019
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteADVISE N/S/F ANTIROLL BAR DROP LINK RUBBER BOOT SPLIT
    • NoteADVISE O/S/F TYRE ON LEGAL LIMIT ON INSIDE EDGE 1.6MMM
    • NoteADVISE SLIGHT SMEAR ON FRONT WIPERS
    • NoteADVISE VERY SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F ANTIROLL BAR DROP LINK (MAY GET WORSE)

  22. Pass68,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    68,656 miles
    Test number
    470565388220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,656 miles (+10)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,656 miles
    Test number
    323595088274
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail68,646 miles (+38)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,646 miles
    Test number
    504401288237
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  25. Fail68,608 miles (+2,029)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,608 miles
    Test number
    504678668286
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass66,579 miles (+184)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    66,579 miles
    Test number
    131934617241
    • NoteExhaust blowing in numerous places
    • NoteExhaust studs worn very thin
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteHeat shield on exhaust rattling

  27. Fail66,395 miles (+6,620)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,395 miles
    Test number
    141197087170
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • NoteBlow from exhaust
    • NoteExhaust badly corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear drop link
    • NoteTracking

  28. Pass59,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    59,775 miles
    Test number
    521538666136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R8 TEW

Does R8 TEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R8 TEW is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R8 TEW?
The MOT on R8 TEW is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R8 TEW done?
R8 TEW was recorded at 90,298 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 1,535 miles a year.
Has R8 TEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R8 TEW has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2024.
Has the mileage on R8 TEW 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 R8 TEW find?
R8 TEW passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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