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Porsche Boxster

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,700 cc

Y263 NLOMOT history

Y263 NLO is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 68,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

Y263 NLO black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
68,341 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y263 NLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y263 NLO was last recorded at 68,341 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 4,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Sept 2015: 38,800 miles, lower than 93,634 miles on 27 Aug 2015.

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
64,134 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,207 miles
Average per year
1,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,341 miles
  • 2025 – 64,134 miles
  • 2024 – 60,227 miles
  • 2023 – 58,665 miles
  • 2022 – 53,689 miles
  • 2021 – 53,685 miles
  • 2020 – 53,482 miles
  • 2019 – 52,309 miles
  • 2018 – 48,791 miles
  • 2017 – 45,302 miles
  • 2016 – 42,157 miles
  • 2015 – 38,800 miles
  • 2014 – 90,079 miles
  • 2013 – 86,091 miles
  • 2012 – 74,559 miles
  • 2011 – 60,469 miles
  • 2010 – 44,421 miles
  • 2009 – 42,367 miles
  • 2008 – 40,197 miles
  • 2007 – 35,206 miles
  • 2006 – 34,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,341 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

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.

  • Chip in windscreen

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,341 miles (+4,207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    68,341 miles
    Test number
    427386667964
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  2. Pass64,134 miles (+3,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    64,134 miles
    Test number
    158421992632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass60,227 miles (+1,562)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    648428411615
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass58,665 miles (+4,976)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    58,665 miles
    Test number
    653489200054
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass53,689 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    53,689 miles
    Test number
    135873713631
    • 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))

  6. Fail53,685 miles (+73)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,685 miles
    Test number
    972699280763
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass53,612 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    53,612 miles
    Test number
    926674095095
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  8. Fail53,612 miles (+130)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,612 miles
    Test number
    461267931045
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  9. Pass53,482 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    668484640918
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  10. Fail53,482 miles (+1,173)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    911803614672
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  11. Pass52,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,309 miles
    Test number
    643856025834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,309 miles (+3,518)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,309 miles
    Test number
    235086065762
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded feed to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases c tube (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass48,791 miles (+3,489)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    48,791 miles
    Test number
    115912696219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass45,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    45,302 miles
    Test number
    171166231273
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail45,302 miles (+3,145)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,302 miles
    Test number
    906581278077
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass42,157 miles (+3,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    42,157 miles
    Test number
    883315537434
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  17. Pass38,800 miles (-54,834)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,800 miles
    Test number
    474534218356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,634 miles (+3,555)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,634 miles
    Test number
    899326211573
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  19. Pass90,079 miles (+3,988)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    90,079 miles
    Test number
    456398934218
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear exhaust clamp corroded
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust clamp missing

  20. Pass86,091 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    86,091 miles
    Test number
    585896043231
    • NoteNsf and osf tyres wearing on edges

  21. Fail147,679 miles (+73,120)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,679 miles
    Test number
    347556443245
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNsf and osf tyres wearing on edges

  22. Pass74,559 miles (+14,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    74,559 miles
    Test number
    626264432326
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass60,469 miles (+16,048)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,469 miles
    Test number
    499006941417
    • NoteOSF brake disc in poor condition on inner braking surface.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder body covers are fitted.

  24. Pass44,421 miles (+2,054)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,421 miles
    Test number
    854939490234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,367 miles (+2,170)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    42,367 miles
    Test number
    840359879261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,197 miles (+4,991)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    40,197 miles
    Test number
    652259588266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass35,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,206 miles
    Test number
    401437977253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail35,206 miles (+1,205)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,206 miles
    Test number
    672027677215
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass34,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,001 miles
    Test number
    350754646431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y263 NLO

Does Y263 NLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y263 NLO is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y263 NLO?
The MOT on Y263 NLO is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y263 NLO done?
Y263 NLO was recorded at 68,341 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 1,750 miles a year.
Has Y263 NLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y263 NLO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y263 NLO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y263 NLO find?
Y263 NLO passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; oil leak on engine.

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