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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V42 HGSMOT history

V42 HGS is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 112,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

V42 HGS black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
112,131 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 HGS
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 HGS was last recorded at 112,131 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,988 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
143 miles
Average per year
2,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,131 miles
  • 2025 – 111,988 miles
  • 2024 – 111,703 miles
  • 2023 – 111,108 miles
  • 2022 – 110,397 miles
  • 2021 – 109,206 miles
  • 2020 – 107,907 miles
  • 2019 – 106,719 miles
  • 2018 – 105,287 miles
  • 2017 – 103,847 miles
  • 2016 – 102,068 miles
  • 2015 – 100,461 miles
  • 2014 – 98,596 miles
  • 2013 – 90,759 miles
  • 2012 – 82,490 miles
  • 2011 – 76,135 miles
  • 2010 – 75,307 miles
  • 2009 – 74,881 miles
  • 2008 – 74,013 miles
  • 2007 – 73,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,131 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust bolts corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front tyres starting to perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,131 miles (+143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    112,131 miles
    Test number
    368855912225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust bolts corroded

  2. Pass111,988 miles (+285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,988 miles
    Test number
    988958602025
    • AdvisoryExhaust bolts corroded

  3. Pass111,703 miles (+595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    111,703 miles
    Test number
    244107170080
    • AdvisoryExhaust bolts corroded

  4. Pass111,108 miles (+711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    111,108 miles
    Test number
    478879106107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass110,397 miles (+1,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    110,397 miles
    Test number
    930160407158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass109,206 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    109,206 miles
    Test number
    521805845877
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to perish

  7. Fail109,191 miles (+1,284)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,191 miles
    Test number
    994919442678
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to perish

  8. Pass107,907 miles (+1,188)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    107,907 miles
    Test number
    551073452693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,719 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    106,719 miles
    Test number
    186277959453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,287 miles (+1,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,287 miles
    Test number
    585019538031
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass103,847 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    103,847 miles
    Test number
    837675187471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail103,828 miles (+1,760)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,828 miles
    Test number
    524620767739
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass102,068 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    102,068 miles
    Test number
    913806902602
    • AdvisorySteering component damaged but serviceable hose to steering rack has a damaged ferral (2.2.C.1d)

  14. Fail102,066 miles (+1,605)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,066 miles
    Test number
    405425302928
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering component damaged but serviceable hose to steering rack has a damaged ferral (2.2.C.1d)

  15. Pass100,461 miles (+1,865)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    100,461 miles
    Test number
    745766365142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,596 miles (+7,837)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    98,596 miles
    Test number
    148122984171
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  17. Pass90,759 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    90,759 miles
    Test number
    369192533467
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on dash
    • NoteFront brake disc(s) worn
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  18. Fail90,759 miles (+8,269)3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,759 miles
    Test number
    397782933461
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on dash
    • NoteFront brake disc(s) worn
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  19. Pass82,490 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    82,490 miles
    Test number
    345532442268
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front outter sill

  20. Fail82,487 miles (+6,352)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,487 miles
    Test number
    657381242260
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front outter sill

  21. Fail76,135 miles2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,135 miles
    Test number
    215685331282
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass76,135 miles (+828)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    76,135 miles
    Test number
    468505331209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass75,307 miles (+426)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    75,307 miles
    Test number
    651515110263
    • 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)
    • NoteBrake discs worn
    • NoteUnder tray fitted

  24. Pass74,881 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    74,881 miles
    Test number
    242524199187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,013 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    74,013 miles
    Test number
    443329108198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail73,998 miles (+658)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,998 miles
    Test number
    313516408175
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  27. Pass73,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    73,340 miles
    Test number
    630804597026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 HGS

Does V42 HGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V42 HGS is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V42 HGS?
The MOT on V42 HGS is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V42 HGS done?
V42 HGS was recorded at 112,131 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 2,016 miles a year.
Has V42 HGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 HGS has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on V42 HGS 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 V42 HGS find?
V42 HGS passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; exhaust bolts corroded.

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