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Porsche Boxster

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,480 cc

T557 TWCMOT history

T557 TWC is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 89,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2025
Mileage
89,205 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T557 TWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,480 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T557 TWC was last recorded at 89,205 miles on 5 Dec 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,205 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,205 miles
  • 2023 – 80,395 miles
  • 2022 – 62,898 miles
  • 2021 – 56,126 miles
  • 2020 – 54,862 miles
  • 2019 – 53,344 miles
  • 2018 – 51,331 miles
  • 2015 – 50,457 miles
  • 2013 – 47,194 miles
  • 2009 – 45,528 miles
  • 2007 – 40,708 miles
  • 2006 – 36,695 miles
  • 2005 – 33,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,205 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake warning light onRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,205 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    89,205 miles
    Test number
    224473630506
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  2. Fail89,205 miles (+8,810)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,205 miles
    Test number
    575242045039
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  3. Pass80,395 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    80,395 miles
    Test number
    957992022740
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  4. Fail80,395 miles (+17,497)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,395 miles
    Test number
    490313953162
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  5. Pass62,898 miles (+6,772)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    62,898 miles
    Test number
    757173724966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on pads and fluid ok

  6. Pass56,126 miles (+1,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    56,126 miles
    Test number
    653203973024
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn thin.

  7. Pass54,862 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    54,862 miles
    Test number
    319006936645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail54,821 miles (+1,477)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,821 miles
    Test number
    141814093638
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass53,344 miles (+2,013)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,344 miles
    Test number
    547846683616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,331 miles
    Test number
    566598783863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,331 miles (+874)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,331 miles
    Test number
    982511093264
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass50,457 miles (+3,263)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    50,457 miles
    Test number
    569806645126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,194 miles
    Test number
    847857873142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,194 miles (+1,666)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,194 miles
    Test number
    265304163194
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass45,528 miles (+4,820)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    45,528 miles
    Test number
    142295369270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,708 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    40,708 miles
    Test number
    723867117307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail40,697 miles (+4,002)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,697 miles
    Test number
    824670317330
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass36,695 miles (+2,753)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    36,695 miles
    Test number
    444724006300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    33,942 miles
    Test number
    200014005378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T557 TWC

Does T557 TWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T557 TWC expired on 4 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T557 TWC?
The MOT on T557 TWC expired on 4 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T557 TWC done?
T557 TWC was recorded at 89,205 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2024, an average of 2,894 miles a year.
Has T557 TWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T557 TWC has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T557 TWC 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 T557 TWC find?
T557 TWC passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2024 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; brake warning light on.

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