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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,700 cc

T18 CAYMOT history

T18 CAY is a grey petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 79,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,389 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 CAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 CAY was last recorded at 79,389 miles on 5 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Nov 2025: 79,389 miles, lower than 126,280 miles on 28 Nov 2024.

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
126,280 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Average per year
2,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,389 miles
  • 2024 – 126,280 miles
  • 2023 – 78,465 miles
  • 2022 – 73,640 miles
  • 2021 – 70,408 miles
  • 2020 – 66,926 miles
  • 2019 – 66,473 miles
  • 2018 – 65,465 miles
  • 2017 – 63,303 miles
  • 2016 – 60,595 miles
  • 2015 – 57,527 miles
  • 2013 – 56,588 miles
  • 2012 – 55,752 miles
  • 2011 – 54,690 miles
  • 2010 – 52,792 miles
  • 2009 – 48,021 miles
  • 2007 – 39,565 miles
  • 2006 – 36,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,389 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,389 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,389 miles
    Test number
    437473732165
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail79,389 miles (-46,891)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,389 miles
    Test number
    458234922087
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel touches inner wheel arch when turned (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel touches inner wheel arch when turned (5.2.3 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,280 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    126,280 miles
    Test number
    325320661376
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail126,280 miles (+47,815)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,280 miles
    Test number
    302416758459
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail78,465 miles (+4,825)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,465 miles
    Test number
    218978725548
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass73,640 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    73,640 miles
    Test number
    315194083710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail73,640 miles (+3,232)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,640 miles
    Test number
    549912722953
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,408 miles (+3,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,408 miles
    Test number
    190253962731
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass66,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,926 miles
    Test number
    590208896463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,926 miles (+453)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,926 miles
    Test number
    534141240406
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass66,473 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,473 miles
    Test number
    680405312164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,465 miles (+2,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,465 miles
    Test number
    323848683410
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass63,303 miles (+2,708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,303 miles
    Test number
    350742618226
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly cracking on tread
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass60,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,595 miles
    Test number
    149286383635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,595 miles (+3,068)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,595 miles
    Test number
    965007091940
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front has cut totyre

  16. Pass57,527 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,527 miles
    Test number
    847203535137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    56,588 miles
    Test number
    338251093480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,588 miles (+836)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,588 miles
    Test number
    799491093263
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass55,752 miles (+1,062)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,752 miles
    Test number
    758563512260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,690 miles (+1,898)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,690 miles
    Test number
    145081581151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,792 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,792 miles
    Test number
    212604480036
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass52,792 miles (+4,771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,792 miles
    Test number
    582814380067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail48,021 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,021 miles
    Test number
    130838769089
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NotePads worn
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  24. Pass48,021 miles (+8,456)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,021 miles
    Test number
    534708669033
    • NotePads worn
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  25. Pass39,565 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,565 miles
    Test number
    103846217150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    36,868 miles
    Test number
    261214246064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 CAY

Does T18 CAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 CAY is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T18 CAY?
The MOT on T18 CAY is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 CAY done?
T18 CAY was recorded at 79,389 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 2,156 miles a year.
Has T18 CAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 CAY has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T18 CAY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Nov 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T18 CAY find?
T18 CAY passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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