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Porsche Boxster

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,480 cc

S17 NOMMOT history

S17 NOM is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 12 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 80,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

S17 NOM black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
80,986 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 NOM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,480 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 NOM was last recorded at 80,986 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Jun 2007: 42,147 miles, lower than 67,617 miles on 24 Apr 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
80,330 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
656 miles
Average per year
1,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,986 miles
  • 2025 – 80,330 miles
  • 2023 – 80,039 miles
  • 2022 – 79,005 miles
  • 2021 – 78,129 miles
  • 2020 – 77,119 miles
  • 2019 – 74,999 miles
  • 2017 – 73,335 miles
  • 2016 – 71,675 miles
  • 2015 – 68,531 miles
  • 2014 – 64,216 miles
  • 2013 – 61,133 miles
  • 2012 – 58,805 miles
  • 2011 – 50,386 miles
  • 2009 – 44,178 miles
  • 2007 – 42,147 miles
  • 2006 – 41,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,986 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corroded

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,986 miles (+656)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    80,986 miles
    Test number
    171411278781
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corroded

  2. Pass80,330 miles (+291)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    80,330 miles
    Test number
    397139976842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,039 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    80,039 miles
    Test number
    199683383978
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge

  4. Fail80,036 miles (+1,031)5 major4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,036 miles
    Test number
    405993832887
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass79,005 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    79,005 miles
    Test number
    654907971615
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail79,005 miles (+876)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,005 miles
    Test number
    431692746123
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass78,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    78,129 miles
    Test number
    135340763930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,129 miles (+1,010)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,129 miles
    Test number
    747918042631
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  9. Pass77,119 miles (+2,120)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,119 miles
    Test number
    560893089608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,999 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,999 miles
    Test number
    844191983991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,335 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,335 miles
    Test number
    234867323976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,321 miles (+1,646)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,321 miles
    Test number
    664427114456
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Lower ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coolant leak Coolant radiator damaged and leaking coolant

  13. Pass71,675 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,675 miles
    Test number
    780698306506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail71,652 miles (+3,121)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,652 miles
    Test number
    625962679497
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty Operating lever does not remain in the on position for the N/S Indicator lamps. (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on Intermittent fault with Ignition switch and auxiliary circuits causing malfunction with multiswitch on steering column. (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass68,531 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,531 miles
    Test number
    248855285139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cracks on sidewalls
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cracks on sidewall

  16. Fail68,531 miles (+4,315)1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,531 miles
    Test number
    889635785126
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cracks on sidewalls
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cracks on sidewall

  17. Pass64,216 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,216 miles
    Test number
    105012294125
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail64,216 miles (+3,083)6 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,216 miles
    Test number
    795132894174
    • Repaired at testInner Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • Repaired at testInner Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass61,133 miles (+2,328)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,133 miles
    Test number
    455001993170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCracks in o/s/f tyre in side wall

  20. Pass58,805 miles (+8,419)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,805 miles
    Test number
    725016462175
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking on inner side wall

  21. Fail50,386 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,386 miles
    Test number
    117537451109
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass50,386 miles (+6,208)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,386 miles
    Test number
    647927451124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,178 miles (+2,031)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    44,178 miles
    Test number
    924967369119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,147 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,147 miles
    Test number
    290412177407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail42,147 miles (-25,470)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,147 miles
    Test number
    994512177106
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass67,617 miles (+26,167)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    67,617 miles
    Test number
    831574917177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    41,450 miles
    Test number
    541883196014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail41,450 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,450 miles
    Test number
    600663396054
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about S17 NOM

Does S17 NOM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 NOM is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 NOM?
The MOT on S17 NOM is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 NOM done?
S17 NOM was recorded at 80,986 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 1,951 miles a year.
Has S17 NOM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 NOM has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S17 NOM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Jun 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S17 NOM find?
S17 NOM passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side; rear oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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