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Porsche Boxster

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,500 cc

S53 RYDMOT history

S53 RYD is a blue petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 93,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

S53 RYD blue Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
93,790 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 RYD
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
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 RYD was last recorded at 93,790 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,776 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,790 miles
  • 2025 – 76,299 miles
  • 2024 – 75,577 miles
  • 2023 – 75,574 miles
  • 2022 – 72,405 miles
  • 2021 – 69,752 miles
  • 2020 – 66,419 miles
  • 2019 – 63,593 miles
  • 2018 – 56,397 miles
  • 2016 – 55,293 miles
  • 2015 – 53,027 miles
  • 2014 – 51,655 miles
  • 2013 – 48,851 miles
  • 2012 – 46,979 miles
  • 2011 – 45,063 miles
  • 2010 – 44,893 miles
  • 2009 – 42,639 miles
  • 2008 – 42,550 miles
  • 2007 – 42,176 miles
  • 2006 – 41,515 miles
  • 2005 – 40,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,790 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.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2005–2010

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Coolant leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,790 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    93,790 miles
    Test number
    927158739609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail93,776 miles (+17,477)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,776 miles
    Test number
    104843162414
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass76,299 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    76,299 miles
    Test number
    302774472280
    • AdvisoryOsr coolant leak

  4. Fail76,224 miles (+647)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,224 miles
    Test number
    135267247418
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass75,577 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,577 miles
    Test number
    973600946266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,574 miles (+3,169)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,574 miles
    Test number
    888063613784
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Pass72,405 miles (+2,653)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,405 miles
    Test number
    287575737322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,752 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,752 miles
    Test number
    196705946355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,419 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,419 miles
    Test number
    325273336929
    • AdvisoryCoolant leaking

  10. Fail66,406 miles (+2,813)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,406 miles
    Test number
    915436946766
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leaking

  11. Pass63,593 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,593 miles
    Test number
    819532092227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Fail63,593 miles (+7,196)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,593 miles
    Test number
    392723807144
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass56,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    56,397 miles
    Test number
    392436025338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,397 miles (+1,104)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,397 miles
    Test number
    216048721728
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass55,293 miles (+760)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    55,293 miles
    Test number
    180948804396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass54,533 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    54,533 miles
    Test number
    819836180486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,027 miles (+1,372)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,027 miles
    Test number
    166913007467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,655 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,655 miles
    Test number
    835133414279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,851 miles (+1,872)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,851 miles
    Test number
    917098263100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,979 miles (+1,916)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,979 miles
    Test number
    236067372299
    • NoteRear tyres cracked

  21. Pass45,063 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    45,063 miles
    Test number
    957653581270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    44,893 miles
    Test number
    390521710222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,893 miles (+2,254)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,893 miles
    Test number
    674851010251
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  24. Pass42,639 miles (+89)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,639 miles
    Test number
    221307209455
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass42,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,550 miles
    Test number
    484929658193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,550 miles (+374)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,550 miles
    Test number
    250749658499
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking

  27. Pass42,176 miles (+661)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,176 miles
    Test number
    281700167110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  28. Pass41,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,515 miles
    Test number
    363930266183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail41,515 miles (+1,350)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,515 miles
    Test number
    212046156173
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass40,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2006
    Odometer
    40,165 miles
    Test number
    154021445147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail40,165 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,165 miles
    Test number
    553011545164
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre

Questions about S53 RYD

Does S53 RYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S53 RYD is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S53 RYD?
The MOT on S53 RYD is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S53 RYD done?
S53 RYD was recorded at 93,790 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 2,517 miles a year.
Has S53 RYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 RYD has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S53 RYD 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 S53 RYD find?
S53 RYD passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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