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Porsche Boxster

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,700 cc

V74 LMAMOT history

V74 LMA is a silver petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 20 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 89,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

V74 LMA silver Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
89,122 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V74 LMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V74 LMA was last recorded at 89,122 miles on 7 May 2026, 324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,798 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
324 miles
Average per year
2,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,122 miles
  • 2025 – 88,798 miles
  • 2024 – 88,363 miles
  • 2023 – 87,458 miles
  • 2022 – 87,203 miles
  • 2021 – 86,352 miles
  • 2020 – 85,170 miles
  • 2019 – 84,555 miles
  • 2018 – 83,824 miles
  • 2017 – 82,781 miles
  • 2016 – 81,066 miles
  • 2015 – 80,970 miles
  • 2014 – 72,465 miles
  • 2013 – 67,312 miles
  • 2012 – 65,312 miles
  • 2011 – 63,817 miles
  • 2010 – 60,963 miles
  • 2009 – 57,841 miles
  • 2008 – 53,583 miles
  • 2007 – 47,166 miles
  • 2006 – 34,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,122 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Bumper slightly damaged
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Under trays fitted, limiting view

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • O/s/r exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,122 miles (+324)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    89,122 miles
    Test number
    422321768731
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass88,798 miles (+435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,798 miles
    Test number
    317919882206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass88,363 miles (+18)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    88,363 miles
    Test number
    532354284413
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light reflector end missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs, slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items

  4. Fail88,345 miles (+887)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,345 miles
    Test number
    996524903360
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light reflector end missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs, slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak, recommend check (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items

  5. Pass87,458 miles (+255)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,458 miles
    Test number
    206412691874
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened recommend replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front reflector missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lense damaged and taped up
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened recommend replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

  6. Pass87,203 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    87,203 miles
    Test number
    166096001494
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light end missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant seepage from hose joint o/s/r
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust, various joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance 19%, mot pass mark 16%
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted, limiting view of some testable items

  7. Fail87,203 miles (+851)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,203 miles
    Test number
    493269770689
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light end missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant seepage from hose joint o/s/r
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust, various joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance 19%, mot pass mark 16%
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted, limiting view of some testable items

  8. Pass86,352 miles (+117)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    86,352 miles
    Test number
    162725223389
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system, slight deterioration, suspect baffles, rattling in o/s cat silencer
    • AdvisoryN/s/f indicator lens, reflector missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/r fog lamp lens, slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  9. Fail86,235 miles (+1,065)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,235 miles
    Test number
    566939479824
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system, slight deterioration, suspect baffles, rattling in o/s cat silencer
    • AdvisoryN/s/f indicator lens, reflector missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/r fog lamp lens, slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  10. Pass85,170 miles (+26)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    85,170 miles
    Test number
    805300280619
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear,, recommend replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system, slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f indicator lamp, slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s parking brake performance lower than n/s,, recommend check
    • AdvisoryO/s/r exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/r fog lamp lens, slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  11. Fail85,144 miles (+589)2 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,144 miles
    Test number
    633091692434
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear,, recommend replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system, slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f indicator lamp, slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s parking brake performance lower than n/s,, recommend check
    • AdvisoryO/s/r exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/r fog lamp lens, slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  12. Pass84,555 miles (+731)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,555 miles
    Test number
    426812717761
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear,, recommend replace (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly devoid of tread on inner edge,, 2.1mm recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s front slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f indicator lamp, slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryO/s/r exhaust heat shield, slightly loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tail lamp lens, slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  13. Pass83,824 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    83,824 miles
    Test number
    559843266811
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s and n/s rear,,, recommend lubricate (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance end missing (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm in place,, nearly devoid of tread on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear,, inner surfaces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  14. Fail83,824 miles (+1,043)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,824 miles
    Test number
    473746413955
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s and n/s rear,,, recommend lubricate (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance end missing (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm in place,, nearly devoid of tread on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s rear,, inner surfaces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  15. Pass82,781 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    82,781 miles
    Test number
    146966682965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear tyre, worn slightly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/r exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  16. Fail82,781 miles (+1,715)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,781 miles
    Test number
    822902828621
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear tyre, worn slightly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/r exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  17. Pass81,066 miles (+96)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,066 miles
    Test number
    525996231929
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise operation/condition of headlamp dip switch
    • AdvisoryN/s/ front radiator showing signs of deterioration
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear tyres worn slightly on inner edges
    • AdvisoryO/s exhaust heat shield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance 17%, mot pass mark 16%,, recommend check
    • AdvisoryService brake performance 50%, mot pass mark 50%,, recommend check
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion, both rear brake discs
    • AdvisorySuspect coolant leak,
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view

  18. Fail80,970 miles (+8,505)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,970 miles
    Test number
    285764364386
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  19. Pass72,465 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,465 miles
    Test number
    339784274490
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail72,464 miles (+5,152)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,464 miles
    Test number
    309613934444
    • 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 Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass67,312 miles (+2,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,312 miles
    Test number
    359699533479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass65,312 miles (+1,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,312 miles
    Test number
    995744532271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass63,817 miles (+2,854)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,817 miles
    Test number
    888374331267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,963 miles (+3,122)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    60,963 miles
    Test number
    810968430267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,841 miles (+4,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,841 miles
    Test number
    922745729205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

  26. Pass53,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,583 miles
    Test number
    863475438239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail53,583 miles (+6,417)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,583 miles
    Test number
    892134138229
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

  28. Pass47,166 miles (+13,028)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    47,166 miles
    Test number
    392802597133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    34,138 miles
    Test number
    102158586143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V74 LMA

Does V74 LMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V74 LMA is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V74 LMA?
The MOT on V74 LMA is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V74 LMA done?
V74 LMA was recorded at 89,122 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 2,772 miles a year.
Has V74 LMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V74 LMA has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V74 LMA 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 V74 LMA find?
V74 LMA passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front bumper slightly damaged; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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