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Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

V85 JHBMOT history

V85 JHB is a red petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 51,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

V85 JHB red Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
51,543 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
992 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V85 JHB
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 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V85 JHB was last recorded at 51,543 miles on 18 May 2026, 195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,348 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
195 miles
Average per year
992 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,543 miles
  • 2025 – 50,421 miles
  • 2019 – 49,821 miles
  • 2018 – 49,156 miles
  • 2017 – 48,019 miles
  • 2016 – 47,242 miles
  • 2015 – 46,079 miles
  • 2014 – 45,074 miles
  • 2013 – 43,869 miles
  • 2012 – 43,173 miles
  • 2011 – 41,474 miles
  • 2010 – 40,354 miles
  • 2009 – 38,882 miles
  • 2008 – 35,724 miles
  • 2007 – 32,185 miles
  • 2006 – 31,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,543 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,543 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    51,543 miles
    Test number
    521430225781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail51,348 miles (+927)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,348 miles
    Test number
    106677534500
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak manifold cracked (8.2.1.1 (b))

  3. Pass50,421 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    50,421 miles
    Test number
    670896732035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail50,421 miles (+600)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,421 miles
    Test number
    572438553042
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to back (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pipe split during roller test (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass49,821 miles (+665)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,821 miles
    Test number
    885737095925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,156 miles (+1,137)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    49,156 miles
    Test number
    308694640929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,019 miles (+777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,019 miles
    Test number
    173414031013
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass47,242 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,242 miles
    Test number
    560948541891
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail47,240 miles (+1,161)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,240 miles
    Test number
    115510227266
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn to limit (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTail gate struts weak

  10. Pass46,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    46,079 miles
    Test number
    807724085124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,079 miles (+1,005)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,079 miles
    Test number
    557223285142
    • FailureFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteN/s/f fog lamp not working

  12. Pass45,074 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,074 miles
    Test number
    295949984111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail45,071 miles (+1,202)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,071 miles
    Test number
    128453684159
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass43,869 miles (+696)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,869 miles
    Test number
    725836573123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAIR BAG warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteExhaust rusted

  15. Pass43,173 miles (+1,699)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,173 miles
    Test number
    337263802275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,474 miles (+1,120)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,474 miles
    Test number
    299135971433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,354 miles (+1,472)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,354 miles
    Test number
    260997670138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,882 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,882 miles
    Test number
    470935059181
    • NoteN/s steering arm has slight play in fixing

  19. Fail38,882 miles (+3,158)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,882 miles
    Test number
    813935859193
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteN/s steering arm has slight play in fixing

  20. Pass35,724 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,724 miles
    Test number
    852186468198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,185 miles (+823)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,185 miles
    Test number
    640854867194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside rear floor

  22. Pass31,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    31,362 miles
    Test number
    422133416086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V85 JHB

Does V85 JHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V85 JHB is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V85 JHB?
The MOT on V85 JHB is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V85 JHB done?
V85 JHB was recorded at 51,543 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 992 miles a year.
Has V85 JHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V85 JHB has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V85 JHB 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 V85 JHB find?
V85 JHB passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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