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Porsche Boxster

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,700 cc

Y872 GHBMOT history

Y872 GHB is a silver petrol Porsche Boxster first used on 1 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 122,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2025.

Y872 GHB silver Porsche Boxster – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Porsche Boxster, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2026
Mileage
122,775 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 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 expired on 21 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 GHB was last recorded at 122,775 miles on 22 Jul 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,775 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,775 miles
  • 2024 – 122,729 miles
  • 2023 – 122,660 miles
  • 2022 – 122,536 miles
  • 2020 – 122,246 miles
  • 2019 – 121,923 miles
  • 2018 – 121,292 miles
  • 2017 – 120,362 miles
  • 2016 – 119,340 miles
  • 2015 – 118,173 miles
  • 2014 – 116,715 miles
  • 2012 – 115,019 miles
  • 2011 – 109,484 miles
  • 2010 – 103,734 miles
  • 2009 – 96,525 miles
  • 2008 – 88,545 miles
  • 2007 – 73,783 miles
  • 2006 – 66,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,775 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,775 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    122,775 miles
    Test number
    689690948483
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Fail122,775 miles (+46)2 dangerous3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,775 miles
    Test number
    201175251989
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass122,729 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    122,729 miles
    Test number
    868930141163
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail122,729 miles (+69)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,729 miles
    Test number
    169524561450
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,660 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,660 miles
    Test number
    418597790367
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail122,660 miles (+124)1 dangerous2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,660 miles
    Test number
    325119061677
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass122,536 miles (+290)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    122,536 miles
    Test number
    748550974739
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass122,246 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,246 miles
    Test number
    393548640363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail122,246 miles (+323)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,246 miles
    Test number
    991254811817
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass121,923 miles (+631)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,923 miles
    Test number
    355772245244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass121,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    121,292 miles
    Test number
    986122949873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail121,292 miles (+930)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,292 miles
    Test number
    380423428862
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass120,362 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    120,362 miles
    Test number
    599795467928
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail120,361 miles (+1,021)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,361 miles
    Test number
    337836529811
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass119,340 miles (+1,167)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,340 miles
    Test number
    860461667028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass118,173 miles (+1,458)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,173 miles
    Test number
    257794815107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass116,715 miles (+1,696)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    116,715 miles
    Test number
    808847484047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass115,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    115,019 miles
    Test number
    219206782247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail115,019 miles (+5,535)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,019 miles
    Test number
    426135682232
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass109,484 miles (+5,750)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    109,484 miles
    Test number
    765568131204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass103,734 miles (+7,209)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,734 miles
    Test number
    394572230430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass96,525 miles (+7,980)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    96,525 miles
    Test number
    381914939285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass88,545 miles (+14,762)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    88,545 miles
    Test number
    130828628219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass73,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    73,783 miles
    Test number
    393855837481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,783 miles (+7,139)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,783 miles
    Test number
    273042597438
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear 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)

  26. Pass66,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    66,644 miles
    Test number
    564625186191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y872 GHB

Does Y872 GHB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y872 GHB expired on 21 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y872 GHB?
The MOT on Y872 GHB expired on 21 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y872 GHB done?
Y872 GHB was recorded at 122,775 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2025, an average of 2,947 miles a year.
Has Y872 GHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 GHB has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y872 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 Y872 GHB find?
Y872 GHB passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2025 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 9 more.

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