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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 3,200 cc

Y15 BXRMOT history

Y15 BXR is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2024.

Y15 BXR black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2024
Mileage
104,473 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 BXR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
20 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y15 BXR was last recorded at 104,473 miles on 20 May 2024, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,458 miles · 6 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
3,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 104,473 miles
  • 2023 – 103,763 miles
  • 2022 – 95,252 miles
  • 2021 – 92,100 miles
  • 2020 – 91,681 miles
  • 2018 – 90,397 miles
  • 2017 – 89,098 miles
  • 2016 – 86,594 miles
  • 2015 – 84,699 miles
  • 2014 – 78,344 miles
  • 2013 – 77,564 miles
  • 2012 – 73,713 miles
  • 2011 – 69,982 miles
  • 2010 – 65,222 miles
  • 2009 – 62,048 miles
  • 2008 – 54,106 miles
  • 2006 – 44,992 miles
  • 2005 – 41,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail104,473 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail104,473 miles (+15)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,473 miles
    Test number
    904333520539
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail104,458 miles (+695)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,458 miles
    Test number
    212446206685
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pipe burst during test (1.2.1 (g))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass103,763 miles (+8,511)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,763 miles
    Test number
    111761195358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,252 miles (+3,152)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    95,252 miles
    Test number
    306718000250
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coil spring corroded bothside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked on inner and outer edge/255/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked on inner and outer edge/255/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass92,100 miles (+419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,100 miles
    Test number
    985876356865
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass91,681 miles (+1,284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    91,681 miles
    Test number
    456479427620
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,397 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,397 miles
    Test number
    219403674189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,098 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,098 miles
    Test number
    245767770902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,594 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    86,594 miles
    Test number
    649072636405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,699 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,699 miles
    Test number
    247122115281
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass84,699 miles (+6,355)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    84,699 miles
    Test number
    515142515298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail78,344 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,344 miles
    Test number
    578557414297
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass78,344 miles (+780)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,344 miles
    Test number
    876477714283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,564 miles
    Test number
    188972883176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,561 miles (+3,848)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,561 miles
    Test number
    457982583111
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass73,713 miles (+3,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,713 miles
    Test number
    626173702239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass69,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,982 miles
    Test number
    286069871407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,982 miles (+4,760)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,982 miles
    Test number
    848979871188
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass65,222 miles (+3,174)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,222 miles
    Test number
    832345570166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner edge slightly worn

  20. Pass62,048 miles (+7,942)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    62,048 miles
    Test number
    882050779187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,106 miles (+112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    54,106 miles
    Test number
    924316058129
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass53,994 miles (+9,002)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    53,994 miles
    Test number
    101926358405
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass44,992 miles (+3,195)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,992 miles
    Test number
    550162786174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    41,797 miles
    Test number
    643711085135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y15 BXR

Does Y15 BXR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y15 BXR expired on 16 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y15 BXR?
The MOT on Y15 BXR expired on 16 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y15 BXR done?
Y15 BXR was recorded at 104,473 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2024, an average of 3,318 miles a year.
Has Y15 BXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 BXR has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y15 BXR 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 Y15 BXR find?
Y15 BXR failed its latest MOT on 20 May 2024 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 1 more.

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