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Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T477 VUKMOT history

T477 VUK is a black diesel Porsche Boxster first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 76,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2024
Mileage
76,561 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T477 VUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2024
Latest MOT test
20 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T477 VUK was last recorded at 76,561 miles on 20 May 2024, 3,375 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jun 2020: 69,152 miles, lower than 69,854 miles on 30 Apr 2019.

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
73,186 miles · 3 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,375 miles
Average per year
1,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 76,561 miles
  • 2023 – 73,186 miles
  • 2022 – 70,436 miles
  • 2021 – 69,556 miles
  • 2020 – 69,152 miles
  • 2019 – 69,854 miles
  • 2018 – 69,580 miles
  • 2017 – 69,351 miles
  • 2016 – 68,545 miles
  • 2014 – 66,747 miles
  • 2013 – 64,680 miles
  • 2012 – 58,924 miles
  • 2011 – 53,021 miles
  • 2010 – 52,997 miles
  • 2007 – 52,936 miles
  • 2006 – 51,182 miles
  • 2005 – 48,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail76,561 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear pipe to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear pipe to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met 18%
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

What MOT failures 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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail76,561 miles (+3,375)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,561 miles
    Test number
    960333986179
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear pipe to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear pipe to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met 18%
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  2. Pass73,186 miles (+2,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,186 miles
    Test number
    508133351317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR(REAR SECTION) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR (REAR SECTION) (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass70,436 miles (+880)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    70,436 miles
    Test number
    557444640669
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,556 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,556 miles
    Test number
    834208950430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,152 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    69,152 miles
    Test number
    440760177750
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle obscuring view of components

  6. Fail69,152 miles (-702)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,152 miles
    Test number
    873099204613
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle obscuring view of components

  7. Pass69,854 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,854 miles
    Test number
    260547760609
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail69,854 miles (+274)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,854 miles
    Test number
    347830391040
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass69,580 miles (+229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,580 miles
    Test number
    404123652030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass69,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,351 miles
    Test number
    419600204318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,351 miles (+806)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,351 miles
    Test number
    930786599938
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported pipe to flexi (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass68,545 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    68,545 miles
    Test number
    853885465732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,543 miles (+1,796)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,543 miles
    Test number
    518152742861
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass66,747 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,747 miles
    Test number
    768285954259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,680 miles (+5,756)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,680 miles
    Test number
    895844983288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,924 miles (+5,903)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    58,924 miles
    Test number
    375030682253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,021 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,021 miles
    Test number
    716286201340
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass52,997 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,997 miles
    Test number
    223653600238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,936 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,936 miles
    Test number
    340687257471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    51,182 miles
    Test number
    163864586221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,178 miles (+2,649)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,178 miles
    Test number
    660224786223
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  22. Pass48,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    48,529 miles
    Test number
    754190685252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T477 VUK

Does T477 VUK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T477 VUK expired on 24 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T477 VUK?
The MOT on T477 VUK expired on 24 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T477 VUK done?
T477 VUK was recorded at 76,561 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2024, an average of 1,506 miles a year.
Has T477 VUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T477 VUK has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T477 VUK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jun 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T477 VUK find?
T477 VUK failed its latest MOT on 20 May 2024 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear pipe to hose, and 9 more.

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