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Porsche Boxster

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,480 cc

S10 REAMOT history

S10 REA is a red petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 80,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2023.

S10 REA red Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2024
Mileage
80,498 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S10 REA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,480 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S10 REA was last recorded at 80,498 miles on 22 Mar 2023, 1,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,493 miles · 28 Feb 2020
Between the last two tests
1,005 miles
Average per year
3,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 80,498 miles
  • 2020 – 79,493 miles
  • 2019 – 73,615 miles
  • 2018 – 68,952 miles
  • 2017 – 62,907 miles
  • 2016 – 54,977 miles
  • 2015 – 47,014 miles
  • 2014 – 43,276 miles
  • 2013 – 36,269 miles
  • 2012 – 30,814 miles
  • 2011 – 26,555 miles
  • 2010 – 24,398 miles
  • 2009 – 23,258 miles
  • 2007 – 21,677 miles
  • 2006 – 20,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,498 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at backbox (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

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)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Low brake warning light illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,498 miles (+1,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,498 miles
    Test number
    111775241528
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySome components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

  2. Pass79,493 miles (+5,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    79,493 miles
    Test number
    973460394397
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,615 miles
    Test number
    736026724834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail73,615 miles (+4,663)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,615 miles
    Test number
    219865843246
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged pipe detached from o/s front strut (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass68,952 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,952 miles
    Test number
    372431897420
    • AdvisoryLow brake warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside electric window inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil leak both sides of engine side plates
    • AdvisoryWater pump leaking

  6. Fail68,923 miles (+6,016)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,923 miles
    Test number
    998083233445
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • AdvisoryLow brake warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside electric window inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil leak both sides of engine side plates
    • AdvisoryWater pump leaking

  7. Pass62,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,907 miles
    Test number
    178351053306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail62,907 miles (+7,930)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,907 miles
    Test number
    918512983642
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWheel stud(s) missing all four (4.2.A.1e)

  9. Pass54,977 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,977 miles
    Test number
    565141420750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,934 miles (+7,920)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,934 miles
    Test number
    843443888873
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass47,014 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,014 miles
    Test number
    828983345037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail46,973 miles (+3,697)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,973 miles
    Test number
    366430445036
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  13. Pass43,276 miles (+7,007)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,276 miles
    Test number
    478383164091
    • NoteWindscreen turning white in lower corners

  14. Pass36,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,269 miles
    Test number
    277532053161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,269 miles (+5,455)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,269 miles
    Test number
    278682553457
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  16. Pass30,814 miles (+4,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,814 miles
    Test number
    688941862129
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass26,555 miles (+2,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    26,555 miles
    Test number
    459002631187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass24,398 miles (+1,140)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    24,398 miles
    Test number
    173833660067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres showing signs of cracking to the tread

  19. Pass23,258 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,258 miles
    Test number
    121451129411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,677 miles (+1,540)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,677 miles
    Test number
    423133957205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,137 miles
    Test number
    703963336251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S10 REA

Does S10 REA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S10 REA expired on 21 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S10 REA?
The MOT on S10 REA expired on 21 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S10 REA done?
S10 REA was recorded at 80,498 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2023, an average of 3,640 miles a year.
Has S10 REA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S10 REA has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on S10 REA 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 S10 REA find?
S10 REA passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2023 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at backbox; parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front, and 1 more.

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