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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L8 WFHMOT history

L8 WFH is a red petrol MINI first used on 28 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 117,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

L8 WFH red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
117,667 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 WFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 WFH was last recorded at 117,667 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 6,216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Apr 2010: 24,763 miles, lower than 26,236 miles on 14 Jan 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
111,451 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,216 miles
Average per year
5,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,667 miles
  • 2024 – 111,451 miles
  • 2023 – 104,334 miles
  • 2022 – 95,247 miles
  • 2021 – 88,966 miles
  • 2020 – 86,538 miles
  • 2019 – 83,848 miles
  • 2018 – 77,161 miles
  • 2017 – 71,232 miles
  • 2016 – 69,876 miles
  • 2015 – 67,464 miles
  • 2014 – 62,972 miles
  • 2013 – 55,053 miles
  • 2012 – 47,175 miles
  • 2011 – 41,744 miles
  • 2010 – 24,763 miles
  • 2009 – 26,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,667 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective defective but exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front&rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered with grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside and offside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,667 miles (+6,216)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    117,667 miles
    Test number
    478681126421
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective defective but exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front&rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass111,451 miles (+11)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,451 miles
    Test number
    595351056876
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside and offside (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective and center (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  3. Fail111,440 miles (+12)6 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,440 miles
    Test number
    968204916605
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps all (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside and offside (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective and center (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  4. Fail111,428 miles (+7,094)10 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,428 miles
    Test number
    776548824098
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure Radiator Insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both Front (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Both center rubbers split & rear hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass104,334 miles (+34)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,334 miles
    Test number
    372277465137
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight image vague
  6. Fail104,300 miles (+9,053)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,300 miles
    Test number
    843745780143
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass95,247 miles (+6,281)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,247 miles
    Test number
    440343150387
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryHead light images vague
  8. Pass88,966 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,966 miles
    Test number
    685965458646
    • MinorReversing lamp insecure incorrect colour (4.6.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail88,965 miles (+2,427)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,965 miles
    Test number
    143515019658
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorReversing lamp insecure incorrect colour (4.6.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass86,538 miles (+2,690)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,538 miles
    Test number
    549691925444
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps tarnished
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass83,848 miles (+61)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,848 miles
    Test number
    630438280710
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc's corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively All four service brake (1.2.1 (e))
  12. Fail83,787 miles (+323)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,787 miles
    Test number
    338113774520
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc's corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively All four service brake (1.2.1 (e))
  13. Fail83,464 miles (+6,303)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,464 miles
    Test number
    424809667376
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Light lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light Lens missing (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine is covered in oil.
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes are corroding.
    • AdvisoryFront number plate is damaged.
    • AdvisoryHeadlights are deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are perishing.
    • AdvisoryTPMS light is on.
  14. Pass77,161 miles (+5,929)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,161 miles
    Test number
    143421432796
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass71,232 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,232 miles
    Test number
    836033117949
    • 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)
  16. Fail71,232 miles (+1,356)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,232 miles
    Test number
    690039227532
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
  17. Pass69,876 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,876 miles
    Test number
    989325806402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryE m l on
  18. Fail69,876 miles (+2,412)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,876 miles
    Test number
    714124597844
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryE m l on
  19. Pass67,464 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,464 miles
    Test number
    277419165138
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  20. Fail67,464 miles (+4,492)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,464 miles
    Test number
    315999365196
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  21. Pass62,972 miles (+7,919)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,972 miles
    Test number
    888597264171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,053 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,053 miles
    Test number
    495683663183
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Fail55,052 miles (+566)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,052 miles
    Test number
    338823063185
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Pass54,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,486 miles
    Test number
    688499383077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,486 miles (+7,311)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,486 miles
    Test number
    628987083023
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvis water leak from radiator
  26. Pass47,175 miles (+5,431)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,175 miles
    Test number
    679922082070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,744 miles (+16,981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,744 miles
    Test number
    828412081008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass24,763 miles (-1,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    24,763 miles
    Test number
    981151790081
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  29. Pass26,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,236 miles
    Test number
    804204919061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 WFH

Does L8 WFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 WFH is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L8 WFH?
The MOT on L8 WFH is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 WFH done?
L8 WFH was recorded at 117,667 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 5,420 miles a year.
Has L8 WFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 WFH has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L8 WFH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Apr 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L8 WFH find?
L8 WFH passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust mounting defective defective but exhaust still secure; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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