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Porsche Boxster

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,500 cc

S52 APFMOT history

S52 APF is a blue petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 81,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2023.

S52 APF blue Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2024
Mileage
81,458 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S52 APF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S52 APF was last recorded at 81,458 miles on 3 Mar 2023, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,416 miles · 27 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
2,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 81,458 miles
  • 2021 – 81,416 miles
  • 2019 – 80,671 miles
  • 2018 – 80,631 miles
  • 2017 – 79,956 miles
  • 2016 – 79,185 miles
  • 2014 – 76,618 miles
  • 2013 – 73,873 miles
  • 2011 – 72,540 miles
  • 2010 – 68,143 miles
  • 2009 – 62,746 miles
  • 2008 – 57,511 miles
  • 2007 – 52,083 miles
  • 2006 – 41,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,458 miles
  • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty
  • AdvisorySlight play in offside front rollbar link
  • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaks

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Engine warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,458 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    81,458 miles
    Test number
    609385819207
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front rollbar link
    • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaks

  2. Pass81,416 miles (+745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,416 miles
    Test number
    578110156048
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass80,671 miles (+40)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,671 miles
    Test number
    934688239349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass80,631 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,631 miles
    Test number
    932545127851
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  5. Fail80,631 miles (+675)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,631 miles
    Test number
    903977667011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass79,956 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,956 miles
    Test number
    324797650199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail79,949 miles (+764)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,949 miles
    Test number
    610117002684
    • 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)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass79,185 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    79,185 miles
    Test number
    474705159879
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail79,185 miles (+2,567)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,185 miles
    Test number
    466682926931
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear s (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass76,618 miles (+1,624)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,618 miles
    Test number
    329504664313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,994 miles (+1,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    74,994 miles
    Test number
    189154334440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass73,873 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,873 miles
    Test number
    435268273152
    • NoteEml on

  13. Fail73,873 miles (+1,333)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,873 miles
    Test number
    516106273102
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEml on

  14. Pass72,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    72,540 miles
    Test number
    776883441369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,540 miles (+4,397)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,540 miles
    Test number
    329732041384
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass68,143 miles (+5,397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,143 miles
    Test number
    700360590055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  17. Pass62,746 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,746 miles
    Test number
    254234309408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail62,729 miles (+5,218)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    144327099016
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  19. Pass57,511 miles (+5,428)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,511 miles
    Test number
    133252198413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,083 miles (+10,207)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,083 miles
    Test number
    902952687040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,876 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    41,876 miles
    Test number
    600625866034
    • NoteAll 4 road tyres worn between 2=3mm.

Questions about S52 APF

Does S52 APF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S52 APF expired on 2 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S52 APF?
The MOT on S52 APF expired on 2 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S52 APF done?
S52 APF was recorded at 81,458 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2023, an average of 2,330 miles a year.
Has S52 APF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S52 APF has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on S52 APF 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 S52 APF find?
S52 APF passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: all brake discs rusty; slight play in offside front rollbar link; washer bottle leaks.

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