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Porsche Boxster

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,200 cc

Y273 HPEMOT history

Y273 HPE is a blue petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 3 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 83,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2023.

Y273 HPE blue Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2024
Mileage
83,118 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y273 HPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y273 HPE was last recorded at 83,118 miles on 9 Feb 2023, 820 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,298 miles · 10 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
820 miles
Average per year
3,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 83,118 miles
  • 2022 – 82,298 miles
  • 2020 – 81,314 miles
  • 2019 – 77,973 miles
  • 2018 – 75,658 miles
  • 2017 – 70,005 miles
  • 2016 – 68,371 miles
  • 2015 – 67,432 miles
  • 2014 – 66,701 miles
  • 2013 – 65,235 miles
  • 2012 – 62,196 miles
  • 2011 – 58,932 miles
  • 2010 – 56,181 miles
  • 2009 – 52,507 miles
  • 2008 – 48,770 miles
  • 2007 – 43,539 miles
  • 2006 – 33,063 miles
  • 2005 – 26,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,118 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear tyres on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Eml light on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,118 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,118 miles
    Test number
    656116578997
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail83,118 miles (+820)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,118 miles
    Test number
    116687188840
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass82,298 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,298 miles
    Test number
    112110908997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail82,296 miles (+982)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,296 miles
    Test number
    329302730629
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass81,314 miles (+3,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    81,314 miles
    Test number
    770147658225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear in clip (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass77,973 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,973 miles
    Test number
    947572336097
    • AdvisoryRear tyres on limit
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  7. Fail77,970 miles (+2,312)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,970 miles
    Test number
    810850812128
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres on limit
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  8. Pass75,658 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    75,658 miles
    Test number
    663114808872
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre got chunk out of sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroding

  9. Fail75,658 miles (+5,653)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,658 miles
    Test number
    310920246795
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre got chunk out of sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroding

  10. Pass70,005 miles (+1,634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    70,005 miles
    Test number
    229890418186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  11. Pass68,371 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    68,371 miles
    Test number
    511971591124
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  12. Fail68,368 miles (+936)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,368 miles
    Test number
    605065849205
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass67,432 miles (+731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,432 miles
    Test number
    650388983596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass66,701 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,701 miles
    Test number
    496079144499
    • NoteRear anti roll bar bushes worn

  15. Fail66,695 miles (+1,460)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,695 miles
    Test number
    676379734345
    • FailureOffside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear anti roll bar bushes worn

  16. Pass65,235 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,235 miles
    Test number
    465443743338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,163 miles (+2,967)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,163 miles
    Test number
    379706533304
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass62,196 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    62,196 miles
    Test number
    689316452343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,133 miles (+3,201)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,133 miles
    Test number
    538695442354
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

  20. Pass58,932 miles (+2,751)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,932 miles
    Test number
    937070241395
    • NoteNearside rear outer constant velocity joint gaiter split

  21. Pass56,181 miles (+3,674)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,181 miles
    Test number
    442014140396
    • NoteRear discs corroded on inner face

  22. Pass52,507 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    52,507 miles
    Test number
    403239039438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,345 miles (+3,575)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,345 miles
    Test number
    480392039440
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear on 3mm tread depth

  24. Pass48,770 miles (+5,231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    48,770 miles
    Test number
    541789028321
    • 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)

  25. Pass43,539 miles (+10,476)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,539 miles
    Test number
    190610407392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,063 miles (+6,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,063 miles
    Test number
    704557016313
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass26,692 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    26,692 miles
    Test number
    932465515370
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y273 HPE

Does Y273 HPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y273 HPE expired on 9 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y273 HPE?
The MOT on Y273 HPE expired on 9 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y273 HPE done?
Y273 HPE was recorded at 83,118 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2023, an average of 3,272 miles a year.
Has Y273 HPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y273 HPE has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y273 HPE 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 Y273 HPE find?
Y273 HPE passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2023 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear.

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