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Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T856 RPPMOT history

T856 RPP is a red petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2026
Mileage
115,668 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T856 RPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T856 RPP was last recorded at 115,668 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 1,719 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,949 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,719 miles
Average per year
3,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,668 miles
  • 2025 – 113,949 miles
  • 2024 – 112,360 miles
  • 2023 – 110,357 miles
  • 2022 – 108,776 miles
  • 2021 – 107,245 miles
  • 2020 – 105,822 miles
  • 2019 – 103,274 miles
  • 2018 – 100,451 miles
  • 2017 – 95,908 miles
  • 2016 – 88,843 miles
  • 2015 – 83,202 miles
  • 2014 – 77,274 miles
  • 2013 – 70,976 miles
  • 2012 – 64,871 miles
  • 2011 – 62,076 miles
  • 2010 – 60,746 miles
  • 2009 – 59,966 miles
  • 2008 – 58,229 miles
  • 2007 – 55,162 miles
  • 2006 – 50,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,668 miles
  • 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))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber casings corroding

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside outer sill corroding

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Visible pattern only on inner edges of both front tyres

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,668 miles (+1,719)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,668 miles
    Test number
    490929205284
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber casings corroding

  2. Pass113,949 miles (+1,589)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    113,949 miles
    Test number
    455454542011
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroding

  3. Pass112,360 miles (+2,003)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    112,360 miles
    Test number
    482426338860
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroding

  4. Pass110,357 miles (+1,581)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,357 miles
    Test number
    585959213319
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroding

  5. Pass108,776 miles (+1,531)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,776 miles
    Test number
    327250519758
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroding

  6. Pass107,245 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,245 miles
    Test number
    862338670645
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVisible pattern only on inner edges of both front tyres

  7. Fail107,245 miles (+1,423)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,245 miles
    Test number
    146242826966
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVisible pattern only on inner edges of both front tyres

  8. Pass105,822 miles (+2,548)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    105,822 miles
    Test number
    492746554125
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various front and rear brake pipes rusted and have slight pitting (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass103,274 miles (+2,823)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    103,274 miles
    Test number
    729314547026
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVisible pattern only on inner edges of both front tyres

  10. Pass100,451 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,451 miles
    Test number
    409873836617
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail100,451 miles (+4,543)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,451 miles
    Test number
    479313659490
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass95,908 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    95,908 miles
    Test number
    328645369255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail95,908 miles (+7,065)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,908 miles
    Test number
    301937094792
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass88,843 miles (+5,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,843 miles
    Test number
    924727181645
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass83,202 miles (+5,928)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,202 miles
    Test number
    528292185053
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc slightly corroded
    • NoteUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection of under body components

  16. Pass77,274 miles (+6,298)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,274 miles
    Test number
    516013084053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,976 miles (+6,105)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,976 miles
    Test number
    737018963055
    • NoteVisible pattern only on inner edges of both front tyres

  18. Pass64,871 miles (+2,795)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    64,871 miles
    Test number
    617601152038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,076 miles (+1,330)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,076 miles
    Test number
    557840591053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,746 miles (+780)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,746 miles
    Test number
    294328880084
    • NoteImpact damage to o/s/f underside of vehicle undertray smashed and various other components slightly damaged

  21. Pass59,966 miles (+1,737)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,966 miles
    Test number
    984936089044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,229 miles (+3,067)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    58,229 miles
    Test number
    524860928161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,162 miles (+4,939)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,162 miles
    Test number
    130131427101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,223 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,223 miles
    Test number
    871492826100
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

Questions about T856 RPP

Does T856 RPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T856 RPP expired on 31 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T856 RPP?
The MOT on T856 RPP expired on 31 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T856 RPP done?
T856 RPP was recorded at 115,668 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 3,287 miles a year.
Has T856 RPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T856 RPP has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T856 RPP 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 T856 RPP find?
T856 RPP failed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 6 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; offside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 9 more.

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