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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T221 JBAMOT history

T221 JBA is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 131,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
131,295 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T221 JBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T221 JBA was last recorded at 131,295 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Oct 2014: 10,381 miles, lower than 94,213 miles on 30 Oct 2013.

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
131,292 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,295 miles
  • 2023 – 131,181 miles
  • 2022 – 129,831 miles
  • 2020 – 129,704 miles
  • 2019 – 128,289 miles
  • 2017 – 126,960 miles
  • 2016 – 121,839 miles
  • 2015 – 113,070 miles
  • 2014 – 103,943 miles
  • 2013 – 94,213 miles
  • 2012 – 80,299 miles
  • 2011 – 74,375 miles
  • 2010 – 69,048 miles
  • 2008 – 68,580 miles
  • 2007 – 67,075 miles
  • 2006 – 57,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,295 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryE.m.light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,295 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    131,295 miles
    Test number
    535788856564
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryE.m.light on

  2. Fail131,292 miles (+10)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,292 miles
    Test number
    804009629479
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryE.m.light on

  3. Fail131,282 miles (+101)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,282 miles
    Test number
    947177614712
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass131,181 miles (+1,350)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,181 miles
    Test number
    294033582248
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2MM and worn on inner edge 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2MM and worn on inner edge 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass129,831 miles (+127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,831 miles
    Test number
    181035842466
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass129,704 miles (+1,415)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,704 miles
    Test number
    333325057027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, worn and slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorating

  7. Pass128,289 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,289 miles
    Test number
    864546185603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail128,274 miles (+1,314)8 major1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,274 miles
    Test number
    893427034253
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material where visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy, require attention
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn ALL suspension bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,960 miles (+5,121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    126,960 miles
    Test number
    915754959880
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased at rear

  10. Pass121,839 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    121,839 miles
    Test number
    692394910223
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer c/v gaiter split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail121,839 miles (+8,769)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,839 miles
    Test number
    790247282524
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer c/v gaiter split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass113,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    113,070 miles
    Test number
    752851084550
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r cv boot split

  13. Fail113,070 miles (+9,127)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,070 miles
    Test number
    469675180794
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r cv boot split

  14. Pass103,943 miles (+93,562)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    103,943 miles
    Test number
    939250804372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail10,381 miles (-83,832)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,381 miles
    Test number
    356428684428
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass94,213 miles (+13,914)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    94,213 miles
    Test number
    945393903340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,299 miles (+5,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    80,299 miles
    Test number
    407081682147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass74,375 miles (+5,327)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,375 miles
    Test number
    179301781100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn thin

  19. Fail69,048 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,048 miles
    Test number
    623019710186
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass69,048 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,048 miles
    Test number
    921959410163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,580 miles (+1,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    68,580 miles
    Test number
    920456938215
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail67,075 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,075 miles
    Test number
    413956417200
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWipers smearing slightly

  23. Pass67,075 miles (+9,766)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    67,075 miles
    Test number
    881716717231
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWipers smearing slightly

  24. Pass57,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    57,309 miles
    Test number
    341032946404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,309 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,309 miles
    Test number
    973262146213
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about T221 JBA

Does T221 JBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T221 JBA is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T221 JBA?
The MOT on T221 JBA is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T221 JBA done?
T221 JBA was recorded at 131,295 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 3,804 miles a year.
Has T221 JBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T221 JBA has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T221 JBA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Oct 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T221 JBA find?
T221 JBA passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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