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Porsche Boxster

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 3,200 cc

Y863 DBAMOT history

Y863 DBA is a black petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 27 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 92,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

Y863 DBA black Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
92,479 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y863 DBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Porsche
Model
Boxster
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y863 DBA was last recorded at 92,479 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,470 miles · 10 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
1,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,479 miles
  • 2022 – 92,435 miles
  • 2021 – 92,116 miles
  • 2020 – 91,470 miles
  • 2019 – 91,250 miles
  • 2018 – 88,993 miles
  • 2017 – 87,984 miles
  • 2016 – 85,543 miles
  • 2015 – 83,893 miles
  • 2014 – 81,819 miles
  • 2013 – 80,972 miles
  • 2012 – 80,701 miles
  • 2011 – 80,499 miles
  • 2010 – 79,371 miles
  • 2009 – 78,774 miles
  • 2008 – 77,326 miles
  • 2006 – 71,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,479 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension Components rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Indicator switch faulty does not stay on unless held

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded at rack the ferrule is cracked/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,479 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    92,479 miles
    Test number
    820584933949
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension Components rusty

  2. Fail92,470 miles (+35)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,470 miles
    Test number
    740868349012
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components rusty

  3. Pass92,435 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,435 miles
    Test number
    665123031924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,116 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    92,116 miles
    Test number
    811124295748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,470 miles (+220)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,470 miles
    Test number
    310019009177
    • AdvisoryIndicator stalk requires holding up. But works correctly.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass91,250 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,250 miles
    Test number
    878925786484
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Fail91,250 miles (+2,257)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,250 miles
    Test number
    101185501305
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass88,993 miles (+40)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,993 miles
    Test number
    475884822462
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty does not stay on unless held (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail88,953 miles (+969)2 major1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,953 miles
    Test number
    784361982437
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty does not stay on unless held (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% Imbalanced (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Pass87,984 miles (+2,441)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    87,984 miles
    Test number
    630099797279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,543 miles (+1,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,543 miles
    Test number
    703486739027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass83,893 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    83,893 miles
    Test number
    295302085743
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded at rack the ferrule is cracked/corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

  13. Fail83,893 miles (+2,074)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,893 miles
    Test number
    522150543588
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable insecure fouling offside rear wheel (3.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded at rack the ferrule is cracked/corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

  14. Pass81,819 miles (+847)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    81,819 miles
    Test number
    327506424278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,972 miles (+271)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,972 miles
    Test number
    839287043237
    • NoteNearside rear tyre , exhaust blow ,brake pipes

  16. Fail80,701 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,701 miles
    Test number
    125187332244
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteBrake pipes

  17. Pass80,701 miles (+202)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    80,701 miles
    Test number
    856177032278
    • NoteBrake pipes

  18. Pass80,499 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,499 miles
    Test number
    395423731148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail80,497 miles (+1,126)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,497 miles
    Test number
    229472531115
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass79,371 miles (+597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,371 miles
    Test number
    220361140449
    • 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)

  21. Pass78,774 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,774 miles
    Test number
    371086809134
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • 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)

  22. Fail78,769 miles (+1,443)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,769 miles
    Test number
    691495109190
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • 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)

  23. Pass77,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    77,326 miles
    Test number
    733187418037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail77,326 miles (+5,570)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,326 miles
    Test number
    490357718079
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass71,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,756 miles
    Test number
    461825046125
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y863 DBA

Does Y863 DBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y863 DBA is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y863 DBA?
The MOT on Y863 DBA is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y863 DBA done?
Y863 DBA was recorded at 92,479 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 1,029 miles a year.
Has Y863 DBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y863 DBA has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y863 DBA 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 Y863 DBA find?
Y863 DBA passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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