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Porsche Boxster

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,700 cc

Y256 NBYMOT history

Y256 NBY is a blue petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 6 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 83,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

Y256 NBY blue Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
83,306 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 NBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 NBY was last recorded at 83,306 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 895 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,411 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
895 miles
Average per year
2,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,306 miles
  • 2025 – 82,411 miles
  • 2024 – 81,251 miles
  • 2023 – 80,018 miles
  • 2022 – 78,771 miles
  • 2015 – 73,062 miles
  • 2014 – 72,719 miles
  • 2013 – 72,211 miles
  • 2012 – 71,224 miles
  • 2011 – 69,330 miles
  • 2010 – 68,456 miles
  • 2009 – 63,254 miles
  • 2008 – 55,617 miles
  • 2006 – 46,916 miles
  • 2005 – 40,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,306 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,306 miles (+895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    83,306 miles
    Test number
    510823772342
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass82,411 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    82,411 miles
    Test number
    530336215239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail82,390 miles (+1,139)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,390 miles
    Test number
    649504477536
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass81,251 miles (+1,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    81,251 miles
    Test number
    398666888334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass80,018 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    80,018 miles
    Test number
    276540938989
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail80,018 miles (+1,247)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,018 miles
    Test number
    704711371579
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass78,771 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    78,771 miles
    Test number
    427550275092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,062 miles (+343)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,062 miles
    Test number
    928546405142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,719 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,719 miles
    Test number
    118960294499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,211 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,211 miles
    Test number
    646762303197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,224 miles (+1,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,224 miles
    Test number
    568067212102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass69,330 miles (+874)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,330 miles
    Test number
    659437691068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,456 miles (+5,202)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    423999010177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,254 miles (+7,637)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    63,254 miles
    Test number
    553962629090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,617 miles (+8,701)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    55,617 miles
    Test number
    604213108043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass46,916 miles (+5,953)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    46,916 miles
    Test number
    994486386265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    40,963 miles
    Test number
    320335385264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 NBY

Does Y256 NBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y256 NBY is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y256 NBY?
The MOT on Y256 NBY is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y256 NBY done?
Y256 NBY was recorded at 83,306 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 2,021 miles a year.
Has Y256 NBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 NBY has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y256 NBY 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 Y256 NBY find?
Y256 NBY passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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