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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 3,179 cc

Y288 NLXMOT history

Y288 NLX is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 183,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2025.

Y288 NLX black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2026
Mileage
183,434 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 NLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,179 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 NLX was last recorded at 183,434 miles on 20 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,434 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 183,434 miles
  • 2024 – 178,561 miles
  • 2022 – 176,955 miles
  • 2021 – 176,929 miles
  • 2020 – 171,909 miles
  • 2019 – 169,444 miles
  • 2018 – 167,196 miles
  • 2017 – 161,109 miles
  • 2016 – 151,943 miles
  • 2015 – 143,468 miles
  • 2014 – 132,773 miles
  • 2013 – 125,809 miles
  • 2012 – 113,930 miles
  • 2011 – 103,925 miles
  • 2010 – 92,190 miles
  • 2009 – 81,712 miles
  • 2008 – 76,786 miles
  • 2007 – 68,148 miles
  • 2006 – 54,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,434 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front brake disc corroded inner surface

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,434 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    183,434 miles
    Test number
    843100356596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail183,434 miles (+4,873)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,434 miles
    Test number
    362092870849
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass178,561 miles (+1,606)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    178,561 miles
    Test number
    147765074625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass176,955 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    176,955 miles
    Test number
    225427314972
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc corroded inner surface
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  5. Fail176,929 miles (+5,020)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,929 miles
    Test number
    917649316592
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc corroded inner surface
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  6. Pass171,909 miles (+2,465)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    171,909 miles
    Test number
    178579417809
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking on to the exhaust manifold
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joints corroded

  7. Pass169,444 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    169,444 miles
    Test number
    468078605091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust clamp corroded

  8. Fail169,436 miles (+2,240)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,436 miles
    Test number
    771736571080
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust clamp corroded

  9. Pass167,196 miles (+6,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    167,196 miles
    Test number
    994662590251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass161,109 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    161,109 miles
    Test number
    503059417347
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail161,094 miles (+9,151)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,094 miles
    Test number
    810795802468
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass151,943 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    151,943 miles
    Test number
    632664149559
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail151,940 miles (+8,472)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,940 miles
    Test number
    955004119864
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass143,468 miles (+10,695)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    143,468 miles
    Test number
    627885955087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass132,773 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    132,773 miles
    Test number
    998884664006
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail132,769 miles (+6,960)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,769 miles
    Test number
    448089754054
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass125,809 miles (+11,879)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    125,809 miles
    Test number
    127686453095
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass113,930 miles (+10,005)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    113,930 miles
    Test number
    398973262007
    • NoteChip in windscreen, less than 10mm across.
    • NoteManufacturer's cover's fitted underneath.
    • NoteOil leak.

  19. Pass103,925 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    103,925 miles
    Test number
    688132561048
    • NoteAll 4 (inner and outer, N/S and O/S) rear c/v gaiters either split or insecure. Advise rectification at earliest opportunity.
    • NoteCannot fully check underbody due to manufacturers fitted covers.
    • NoteChip in windscreen, less than 10mm across at time of test.
    • NoteOil leak.

  20. Fail103,924 miles (+11,734)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,924 miles
    Test number
    615832961009
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll 4 (inner and outer, N/S and O/S) rear c/v gaiters either split or insecure. Advise rectification at earliest opportunity.
    • NoteCannot fully check underbody due to manufacturers fitted covers.
    • NoteChip in windscreen, less than 10mm across at time of test.
    • NoteOil leak.

  21. Pass92,190 miles (+10,478)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    92,190 miles
    Test number
    140871370494
    • NoteUnderside plastic covers fitted

  22. Pass81,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,712 miles
    Test number
    102120099464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,711 miles (+4,925)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,711 miles
    Test number
    522650999054
    • 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)

  24. Pass76,786 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    76,786 miles
    Test number
    222032808489
    • 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 Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear inner & outer driveshaft gaiters split.

  25. Fail76,786 miles (+8,638)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,786 miles
    Test number
    350462808163
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass68,148 miles (+13,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    68,148 miles
    Test number
    640412487019
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass54,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    54,773 miles
    Test number
    184831346000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail54,773 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,773 miles
    Test number
    964910346026
    • FailureOffside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about Y288 NLX

Does Y288 NLX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y288 NLX expired on 19 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y288 NLX?
The MOT on Y288 NLX expired on 19 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y288 NLX done?
Y288 NLX was recorded at 183,434 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2025, an average of 6,561 miles a year.
Has Y288 NLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 NLX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y288 NLX 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 Y288 NLX find?
Y288 NLX passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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