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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 3,996 cc

F3 ALFMOT history

F3 ALF is a black petrol Daimler V8 first used on 15 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,140 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,579 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 ALF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daimler
Model
V8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 ALF was last recorded at 81,140 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 2,662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,478 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,662 miles
Average per year
3,579 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,140 miles
  • 2025 – 78,478 miles
  • 2024 – 75,687 miles
  • 2023 – 72,737 miles
  • 2022 – 69,756 miles
  • 2021 – 65,764 miles
  • 2020 – 62,687 miles
  • 2019 – 58,614 miles
  • 2018 – 55,096 miles
  • 2017 – 51,550 miles
  • 2016 – 47,445 miles
  • 2015 – 42,763 miles
  • 2014 – 38,043 miles
  • 2012 – 29,219 miles
  • 2011 – 25,449 miles
  • 2010 – 21,611 miles
  • 2009 – 20,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,140 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,140 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,140 miles
    Test number
    599142636061
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  2. Fail81,140 miles (+2,662)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,140 miles
    Test number
    159969406177
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  3. Pass78,478 miles (+2,791)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    78,478 miles
    Test number
    112993246412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,687 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,687 miles
    Test number
    245155003021
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail75,684 miles (+2,947)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,684 miles
    Test number
    443448731091
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass72,737 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,737 miles
    Test number
    126581453986
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (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))

  7. Fail72,737 miles (+2,981)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,737 miles
    Test number
    623957963910
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (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))

  8. Pass69,756 miles (+3,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    69,756 miles
    Test number
    790027096064
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,764 miles (+3,077)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    65,764 miles
    Test number
    569688701327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass62,687 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    62,687 miles
    Test number
    334306720932
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail62,687 miles (+4,073)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,687 miles
    Test number
    736904266537
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass58,614 miles (+3,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,614 miles
    Test number
    268545446015
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass55,096 miles (+3,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    55,096 miles
    Test number
    493804748250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass51,550 miles (+4,105)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    51,550 miles
    Test number
    873918035361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,445 miles (+4,682)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    47,445 miles
    Test number
    409102002536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear bush slight play (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner brake pad appears low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear bush play just acceptable (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass42,763 miles (+4,720)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,763 miles
    Test number
    346960315119
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre bald on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on inner edge

  17. Pass38,043 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    38,043 miles
    Test number
    698676704151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade poor performance
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade poor performance
    • NoteOffside rear tyre bald on inner edge

  18. Pass153,769 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    153,769 km
    Test number
    877046003131
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass29,219 miles (+45)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,219 miles
    Test number
    668747102157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Fail29,174 miles (+3,725)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,174 miles
    Test number
    605221602109
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre nearly bald on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on inner edge & on legal limit

  21. Pass25,449 miles (+3,838)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    25,449 miles
    Test number
    649143201136
    • NoteOffside rear tyre bald on inner edge
    • NoteTraction control light staying on

  22. Pass21,611 miles (+1,333)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,611 miles
    Test number
    873468890052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,278 miles (+935)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    20,278 miles
    Test number
    264876649293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,343 miles
    Test number
    812152839148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 ALF

Does F3 ALF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 ALF is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 ALF?
The MOT on F3 ALF is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 ALF done?
F3 ALF was recorded at 81,140 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 3,579 miles a year.
Has F3 ALF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 ALF has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on F3 ALF 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 F3 ALF find?
F3 ALF passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: rear anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; undertray fitted.

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