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Porsche Boxster

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,700 cc

Y281 GHBMOT history

Y281 GHB is a silver petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 123,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

Y281 GHB silver Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
123,310 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 GHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 GHB was last recorded at 123,310 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 1,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,497 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,813 miles
Average per year
3,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,310 miles
  • 2025 – 121,497 miles
  • 2023 – 119,970 miles
  • 2022 – 117,486 miles
  • 2021 – 114,725 miles
  • 2019 – 111,123 miles
  • 2018 – 107,562 miles
  • 2017 – 105,265 miles
  • 2016 – 100,644 miles
  • 2015 – 93,870 miles
  • 2014 – 91,967 miles
  • 2013 – 88,728 miles
  • 2012 – 82,482 miles
  • 2011 – 77,140 miles
  • 2010 – 72,611 miles
  • 2009 – 63,108 miles
  • 2008 – 52,164 miles
  • 2007 – 49,185 miles
  • 2006 – 44,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,310 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,310 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    123,310 miles
    Test number
    938729593207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail123,310 miles (+1,813)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,310 miles
    Test number
    110960472802
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass121,497 miles (+1,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    121,497 miles
    Test number
    856104978392
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass119,970 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    119,970 miles
    Test number
    881408858039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,486 miles (+2,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,486 miles
    Test number
    578551949647
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass114,725 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    114,725 miles
    Test number
    454870308612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail114,677 miles (+3,554)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,677 miles
    Test number
    128729900222
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass111,123 miles (+3,561)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,123 miles
    Test number
    190025522293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,562 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,562 miles
    Test number
    808870803211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,265 miles (+4,621)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    105,265 miles
    Test number
    360894422190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,644 miles (+6,774)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,644 miles
    Test number
    644162378193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,870 miles (+1,903)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,870 miles
    Test number
    346688905250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,967 miles (+3,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,967 miles
    Test number
    359071494145
    • 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)

  14. Pass88,728 miles (+6,246)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,728 miles
    Test number
    375035113431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,482 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    82,482 miles
    Test number
    408953242225
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Fail82,472 miles (+5,332)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,472 miles
    Test number
    427737832236
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  17. Pass77,140 miles (+4,529)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    77,140 miles
    Test number
    866786511231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake discs in poor condition

  18. Pass72,611 miles (+9,503)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    72,611 miles
    Test number
    782762520270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,108 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,108 miles
    Test number
    803868719235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,018 miles (+10,854)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,018 miles
    Test number
    520125419245
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass52,164 miles (+2,979)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,164 miles
    Test number
    964057808292
    • NoteAll brake disc's are in poor condition [corrosion].

  22. Pass49,185 miles (+4,747)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,185 miles
    Test number
    360086607419
    • NoteCorrosion on rear disc,s

  23. Pass44,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,438 miles
    Test number
    792016066111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 GHB

Does Y281 GHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y281 GHB is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y281 GHB?
The MOT on Y281 GHB is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y281 GHB done?
Y281 GHB was recorded at 123,310 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,984 miles a year.
Has Y281 GHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 GHB has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y281 GHB 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 Y281 GHB find?
Y281 GHB passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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