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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T281 TSFMOT history

T281 TSF is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 211,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
211,879 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 TSF
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 TSF was last recorded at 211,879 miles on 31 Oct 2022, 8,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,074 miles · 31 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
8,805 miles
Average per year
8,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 211,879 miles
  • 2019 – 203,074 miles
  • 2017 – 198,277 miles
  • 2016 – 195,511 miles
  • 2014 – 188,669 miles
  • 2012 – 188,275 miles
  • 2011 – 185,781 miles
  • 2010 – 174,733 miles
  • 2009 – 156,993 miles
  • 2008 – 133,913 miles
  • 2007 – 110,630 miles
  • 2006 – 72,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    457691318860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    310561942559
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    820510665313
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside front outer seal covered in underseal. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    198294511152
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside front outer seal covered in underseal. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    467943895032
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.m.l on

  6. Pass211,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    211,879 miles
    Test number
    780559000378
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    665524351603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    193044039568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass203,074 miles (+4,797)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    203,074 miles
    Test number
    929258092888
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass198,277 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    198,277 miles
    Test number
    335840110489
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail198,277 miles (+2,766)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,277 miles
    Test number
    445692863654
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass195,511 miles (+6,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    195,511 miles
    Test number
    882424842538
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass188,669 miles (+18)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    188,669 miles
    Test number
    667756104147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail188,651 miles (+376)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,651 miles
    Test number
    216261904430
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass188,275 miles (+2,494)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    188,275 miles
    Test number
    429025702348
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass185,781 miles (+11,048)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    185,781 miles
    Test number
    506306901390
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass174,733 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    174,733 miles
    Test number
    492576710483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail174,730 miles (+17,737)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,730 miles
    Test number
    461714210466
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass156,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    156,993 miles
    Test number
    351946599407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail156,993 miles (+23,080)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,993 miles
    Test number
    360705999206
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass133,913 miles (+23,283)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    133,913 miles
    Test number
    411125018467
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass110,630 miles (+38,387)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    110,630 miles
    Test number
    791544907312
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads approx half worn

  23. Pass72,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    72,243 miles
    Test number
    914173166060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T281 TSF

Does T281 TSF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T281 TSF is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T281 TSF?
The MOT on T281 TSF is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T281 TSF done?
T281 TSF was recorded at 211,879 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2022, an average of 8,382 miles a year.
Has T281 TSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 TSF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T281 TSF 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 T281 TSF find?
T281 TSF passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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