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Porsche Boxster

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,700 cc

S8 XSTMOT history

S8 XST is a blue petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

S8 XST blue Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
103,540 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 XST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 XST was last recorded at 103,540 miles on 18 May 2026, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,436 miles · 25 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
3,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,540 miles
  • 2021 – 103,436 miles
  • 2020 – 101,735 miles
  • 2019 – 97,699 miles
  • 2018 – 93,855 miles
  • 2017 – 89,998 miles
  • 2016 – 89,181 miles
  • 2015 – 89,176 miles
  • 2014 – 80,243 miles
  • 2013 – 78,211 miles
  • 2011 – 62,894 miles
  • 2010 – 58,390 miles
  • 2009 – 52,316 miles
  • 2008 – 45,785 miles
  • 2007 – 38,303 miles
  • 2006 – 29,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,540 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,540 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,540 miles
    Test number
    323038058981
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail103,540 miles (+104)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,540 miles
    Test number
    773541538638
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass103,436 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,436 miles
    Test number
    945926333222
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail103,431 miles (+1,696)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,431 miles
    Test number
    413298605282
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass101,735 miles (+4,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,735 miles
    Test number
    938567751119
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,699 miles (+3,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,699 miles
    Test number
    206465245268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,855 miles (+3,857)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,855 miles
    Test number
    308665604431
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs worn (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass89,998 miles (+817)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    89,998 miles
    Test number
    229294774125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,181 miles
    Test number
    161023930001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,181 miles (+5)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,181 miles
    Test number
    751569895818
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  11. Fail89,176 miles (+685)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,176 miles
    Test number
    630125243073
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass88,491 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,491 miles
    Test number
    505282695033
    • NoteBrake disc vents are all blocked.
    • NoteOil leak

  13. FailMileage not read3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    148312295407
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBrake disc vents are all blocked.
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass80,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,243 miles
    Test number
    277940284025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail80,243 miles (+2,032)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,243 miles
    Test number
    475330684017
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass78,211 miles (+15,317)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    78,211 miles
    Test number
    179343733428
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail62,894 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,894 miles
    Test number
    719255711260
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass62,894 miles (+4,504)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,894 miles
    Test number
    937085511269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,390 miles (+6,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,390 miles
    Test number
    341958420198
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass52,316 miles (+6,531)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,316 miles
    Test number
    670718729175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,785 miles (+7,482)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,785 miles
    Test number
    461209028172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,303 miles (+8,449)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,303 miles
    Test number
    500298327189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,854 miles
    Test number
    693839826156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 XST

Does S8 XST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 XST is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 XST?
The MOT on S8 XST is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 XST done?
S8 XST was recorded at 103,540 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 3,680 miles a year.
Has S8 XST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 XST has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 XST 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 S8 XST find?
S8 XST passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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