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Porsche Boxster

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,687 cc

Y229 NLCMOT history

Y229 NLC is a silver petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

Y229 NLC silver Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
122,209 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 NLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,687 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 NLC was last recorded at 122,209 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Feb 2010: 67,878 miles, lower than 78,050 miles on 10 Feb 2009.

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
122,205 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,209 miles
  • 2024 – 121,381 miles
  • 2023 – 120,550 miles
  • 2022 – 118,749 miles
  • 2021 – 113,692 miles
  • 2020 – 113,573 miles
  • 2019 – 113,299 miles
  • 2018 – 112,331 miles
  • 2017 – 109,325 miles
  • 2016 – 107,186 miles
  • 2015 – 105,106 miles
  • 2014 – 101,537 miles
  • 2013 – 96,535 miles
  • 2012 – 93,465 miles
  • 2011 – 92,385 miles
  • 2010 – 67,878 miles
  • 2009 – 78,050 miles
  • 2008 – 75,527 miles
  • 2007 – 72,148 miles
  • 2006 – 58,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,209 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,209 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    122,209 miles
    Test number
    726087788748
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail122,205 miles (+824)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,205 miles
    Test number
    768338172764
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass121,381 miles (+831)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    121,381 miles
    Test number
    608258627653
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH FRONT BOOTS STATING TO OUT OF CLIPS (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass120,550 miles (+1,801)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,550 miles
    Test number
    175549070538
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot starting to become unclipped (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot starting to become unclipped (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated boot starting to become unclipped (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fuel cap seal starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,749 miles (+5,057)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    118,749 miles
    Test number
    913618108991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass113,692 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    113,692 miles
    Test number
    310552285896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    113,573 miles
    Test number
    536211836058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,573 miles (+274)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,573 miles
    Test number
    373353169934
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass113,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    113,299 miles
    Test number
    955305880029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,299 miles (+968)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,299 miles
    Test number
    289661343192
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass112,331 miles (+3,006)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    112,331 miles
    Test number
    185924976333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,325 miles (+2,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,325 miles
    Test number
    105025290215
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs rusting on inside

  13. Pass107,186 miles (+2,080)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    107,186 miles
    Test number
    779280680450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,106 miles (+3,569)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    105,106 miles
    Test number
    567587115014
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass101,537 miles (+5,002)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    101,537 miles
    Test number
    345109634096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,535 miles (+3,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    96,535 miles
    Test number
    298355623030
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass93,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    93,465 miles
    Test number
    375797122089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,465 miles (+1,080)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,465 miles
    Test number
    796927022048
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass92,385 miles (+24,507)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,385 miles
    Test number
    546898721071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,878 miles (-10,172)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    67,878 miles
    Test number
    711676430041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,050 miles (+2,523)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    78,050 miles
    Test number
    183791149452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,527 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    75,527 miles
    Test number
    212297738058
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteUndershields fitted-restricting examination of underside

  23. Fail75,525 miles (+3,377)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,525 miles
    Test number
    420136038016
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre getting low on outer edge
    • NoteOffside exhaust heatshield detached
    • NoteUndershields fitted-restricting examination of underside

  24. Pass72,148 miles (+13,591)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,148 miles
    Test number
    210801347156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    58,557 miles
    Test number
    672772336197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 NLC

Does Y229 NLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y229 NLC is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y229 NLC?
The MOT on Y229 NLC is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y229 NLC done?
Y229 NLC was recorded at 122,209 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 3,209 miles a year.
Has Y229 NLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 NLC has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y229 NLC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Feb 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y229 NLC find?
Y229 NLC passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; oil leak, but not excessive.

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