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Porsche Boxster

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,687 cc

T840 BDMMOT history

T840 BDM is a blue petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 110,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2023
Mileage
110,620 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T840 BDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,687 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T840 BDM was last recorded at 110,620 miles on 6 Apr 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,618 miles · 4 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,620 miles
  • 2019 – 110,563 miles
  • 2018 – 108,246 miles
  • 2017 – 104,815 miles
  • 2016 – 104,812 miles
  • 2015 – 104,131 miles
  • 2014 – 101,568 miles
  • 2013 – 96,710 miles
  • 2012 – 93,868 miles
  • 2011 – 90,368 miles
  • 2010 – 82,797 miles
  • 2009 – 73,720 miles
  • 2008 – 61,432 miles
  • 2007 – 54,614 miles
  • 2006 – 46,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,620 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,620 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,620 miles
    Test number
    346078878560
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail110,618 miles (+55)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,618 miles
    Test number
    510189203630
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail110,563 miles (+2,317)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,563 miles
    Test number
    568881397373
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  4. Pass108,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,246 miles
    Test number
    846581408839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail108,246 miles (+3,431)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,246 miles
    Test number
    232700024930
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  6. Pass104,815 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    104,815 miles
    Test number
    590521316859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  7. Fail104,812 miles (+681)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,812 miles
    Test number
    521257660895
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  8. Pass104,131 miles (+2,563)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    104,131 miles
    Test number
    902730667978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,568 miles (+4,858)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    101,568 miles
    Test number
    588892784261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,710 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,710 miles
    Test number
    558947913274
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

  11. Pass96,710 miles (+2,842)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    96,710 miles
    Test number
    975817213241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall damaged

  12. Fail93,868 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,868 miles
    Test number
    179673972135
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  13. Pass93,868 miles (+3,500)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,868 miles
    Test number
    339473372144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,368 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    90,368 miles
    Test number
    188663981071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  15. Fail90,368 miles (+7,571)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,368 miles
    Test number
    179922981006
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  16. Pass82,797 miles (+9,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,797 miles
    Test number
    140065240163
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass73,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,720 miles
    Test number
    272647329444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,720 miles (+12,288)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,720 miles
    Test number
    913035329177
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass61,432 miles (+6,818)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,432 miles
    Test number
    201933008448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,614 miles (+7,742)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    54,614 miles
    Test number
    371332607169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    46,872 miles
    Test number
    740165406102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T840 BDM

Does T840 BDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T840 BDM expired on 5 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T840 BDM?
The MOT on T840 BDM expired on 5 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T840 BDM done?
T840 BDM was recorded at 110,620 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2022, an average of 3,990 miles a year.
Has T840 BDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T840 BDM has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T840 BDM 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 T840 BDM find?
T840 BDM passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2022 with 2 advisories: coolant leak; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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