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Porsche Boxster

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,700 cc

X779 BALMOT history

X779 BAL is a blue petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 20 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 131,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2023.

X779 BAL blue Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2024
Mileage
131,058 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X779 BAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X779 BAL was last recorded at 131,058 miles on 13 Dec 2023, 4,470 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2010: 84,555 miles, lower than 844,554 miles on 29 Nov 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,588 miles · 1 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,470 miles
Average per year
3,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,058 miles
  • 2022 – 126,588 miles
  • 2021 – 118,880 miles
  • 2020 – 115,434 miles
  • 2019 – 111,660 miles
  • 2018 – 106,975 miles
  • 2017 – 100,591 miles
  • 2016 – 99,854 miles
  • 2015 – 98,999 miles
  • 2014 – 96,517 miles
  • 2013 – 94,442 miles
  • 2012 – 93,343 miles
  • 2011 – 89,161 miles
  • 2010 – 84,555 miles
  • 2009 – 75,376 miles
  • 2008 – 68,168 miles
  • 2006 – 64,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,058 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view "STONE CHIPS" (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Along floor pan at at clips [as marked]to nears ide rear flexible hose pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (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.

  • Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,058 miles (+4,470)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    131,058 miles
    Test number
    668151220885
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view "STONE CHIPS" (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Along floor pan at at clips [as marked]to nears ide rear flexible hose pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass126,588 miles (+7,708)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    126,588 miles
    Test number
    707691788726
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge [worn on inner edges of tyre tread face] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material [At clips to flexible pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge [worn on inner edges of tyre tread face] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,880 miles (+3,446)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    118,880 miles
    Test number
    210446244913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,434 miles (+3,774)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,434 miles
    Test number
    139501675485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass111,660 miles (+4,685)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,660 miles
    Test number
    380879201990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass106,975 miles (+6,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    106,975 miles
    Test number
    495945513584
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass100,591 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    100,591 miles
    Test number
    197364171861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,587 miles (+733)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,587 miles
    Test number
    115346094070
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers prevent full inspection of some components

  9. Pass99,854 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,854 miles
    Test number
    443977376365
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Fail99,854 miles (+855)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,854 miles
    Test number
    346218163637
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass98,999 miles (+2,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    98,999 miles
    Test number
    930441864717
    • AdvisoryStrong advisory:both front tyres are cracking

  12. Pass96,517 miles (+2,075)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    96,517 miles
    Test number
    785730314392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,442 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    94,442 miles
    Test number
    325055543374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,343 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    93,343 miles
    Test number
    516230622311
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail93,343 miles (+4,182)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,343 miles
    Test number
    465000322301
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail89,161 miles1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,161 miles
    Test number
    239572831323
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wiper blades smear slightly
    • NoteO/s headlamp beam pattern poor

  17. Pass89,161 miles (+4,606)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    89,161 miles
    Test number
    457192131401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wiper blades smear slightly
    • NoteO/s headlamp beam pattern poor

  18. Pass84,555 miles (-759,999)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    84,555 miles
    Test number
    701135130395
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly worn on the inner edge

  19. Fail844,554 miles (+769,178)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    844,554 miles
    Test number
    760763130346
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly worn on the inner edge

  20. Pass75,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    75,376 miles
    Test number
    421712729472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,376 miles (+7,208)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,376 miles
    Test number
    720672229371
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass68,168 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    68,168 miles
    Test number
    664687428397
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing slightly

  23. Fail68,168 miles (+3,461)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,168 miles
    Test number
    190846328362
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing slightly

  24. Pass64,707 miles (+516)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    64,707 miles
    Test number
    424231236454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,191 miles
    Test number
    812674516293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X779 BAL

Does X779 BAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X779 BAL expired on 12 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X779 BAL?
The MOT on X779 BAL expired on 12 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X779 BAL done?
X779 BAL was recorded at 131,058 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2023, an average of 3,851 miles a year.
Has X779 BAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X779 BAL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on X779 BAL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Dec 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X779 BAL find?
X779 BAL passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2023 with 4 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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