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Porsche Boxster

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 3,200 cc

X18 EANMOT history

X18 EAN is a red petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 4 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 85,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

X18 EAN red Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
85,720 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 EAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 EAN was last recorded at 85,720 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,708 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,720 miles
  • 2025 – 85,639 miles
  • 2024 – 85,600 miles
  • 2023 – 85,426 miles
  • 2022 – 85,298 miles
  • 2021 – 84,988 miles
  • 2020 – 84,390 miles
  • 2019 – 83,031 miles
  • 2018 – 81,384 miles
  • 2017 – 79,918 miles
  • 2016 – 77,131 miles
  • 2015 – 72,891 miles
  • 2014 – 66,949 miles
  • 2013 – 66,532 miles
  • 2012 – 49,527 miles
  • 2011 – 39,498 miles
  • 2010 – 35,735 miles
  • 2009 – 33,539 miles
  • 2008 – 29,665 miles
  • 2007 – 26,474 miles
  • 2006 – 23,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,720 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

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 emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Headlamp aim too high both

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,720 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    85,720 miles
    Test number
    508649683397
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail85,708 miles (+69)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,708 miles
    Test number
    825647666082
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened All 4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass85,639 miles (+39)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    85,639 miles
    Test number
    910804048589
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsf and osf (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsf and osf (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsf and osf (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsr and osr (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsr and osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass85,600 miles (+174)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,600 miles
    Test number
    581483688016
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Booth from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass85,426 miles (+128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,426 miles
    Test number
    901645813928
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass85,298 miles (+310)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    85,298 miles
    Test number
    273364297760
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass84,988 miles (+598)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,988 miles
    Test number
    476417638284
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass84,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,390 miles
    Test number
    978263967012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,390 miles (+1,359)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,390 miles
    Test number
    287642452356
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass83,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    83,031 miles
    Test number
    650062679113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,031 miles (+1,647)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,031 miles
    Test number
    555606294510
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded o/s/f and n/s/f at calipers (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inside edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded at rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass81,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    81,384 miles
    Test number
    376009517446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,384 miles (+1,466)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,384 miles
    Test number
    979546217321
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  14. Pass79,918 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,918 miles
    Test number
    636279512555
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail79,918 miles (+2,787)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,918 miles
    Test number
    571656679268
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded o/s/f and n/s/f at calipers (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both torn (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass77,131 miles (+4,240)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,131 miles
    Test number
    705220537407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,891 miles (+5,942)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    72,891 miles
    Test number
    155873035056
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  18. Pass66,949 miles (+417)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    66,949 miles
    Test number
    746313044042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,532 miles (+17,005)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,532 miles
    Test number
    535896093176
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass49,527 miles (+213)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,527 miles
    Test number
    276379382148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,314 miles (+9,816)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,314 miles
    Test number
    429712782138
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass39,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    39,498 miles
    Test number
    395015451186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,497 miles (+3,762)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,497 miles
    Test number
    609475651171
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass35,735 miles (+2,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,735 miles
    Test number
    244709330150
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass33,539 miles (+3,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,539 miles
    Test number
    112391949157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass29,665 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,665 miles
    Test number
    200416938195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail29,665 miles (+3,191)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,665 miles
    Test number
    481666938119
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass26,474 miles (+3,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,474 miles
    Test number
    162201327161
    • 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)

  29. Pass23,222 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,222 miles
    Test number
    763493746160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,795 miles
    Test number
    571188606143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X18 EAN

Does X18 EAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 EAN is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 EAN?
The MOT on X18 EAN is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 EAN done?
X18 EAN was recorded at 85,720 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 3,113 miles a year.
Has X18 EAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 EAN has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 EAN 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 X18 EAN find?
X18 EAN passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside.

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