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Alfa Romeo 147

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LD08 BUVMOT history

LD08 BUV is a grey diesel Alfa Romeo 147 first used on 29 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 80,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2025
Mileage
80,431 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2024
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,790 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 BUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
147
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 BUV was last recorded at 80,431 miles on 5 Jan 2024, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,383 miles · 12 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
4,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 80,431 miles
  • 2023 – 80,383 miles
  • 2022 – 78,031 miles
  • 2021 – 73,072 miles
  • 2020 – 64,205 miles
  • 2019 – 57,347 miles
  • 2016 – 56,693 miles
  • 2015 – 52,799 miles
  • 2014 – 47,844 miles
  • 2013 – 32,875 miles
  • 2012 – 23,516 miles
  • 2011 – 19,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,431 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,431 miles (+48)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,431 miles
    Test number
    728582931179
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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. Fail80,383 miles (+2,352)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,383 miles
    Test number
    382995152990
    • MajorCentral Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass78,031 miles (+4,959)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,031 miles
    Test number
    839035427074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,072 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,072 miles
    Test number
    433576545972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail73,064 miles (+8,859)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,064 miles
    Test number
    455696560026
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass64,205 miles (+6,858)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,205 miles
    Test number
    478301651030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,347 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,347 miles
    Test number
    388482879609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,693 miles (+3,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,693 miles
    Test number
    617792538213
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass52,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    52,799 miles
    Test number
    558768114823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail52,799 miles (+4,955)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,799 miles
    Test number
    561351160725
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Fail47,844 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,844 miles
    Test number
    276976734333
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass47,844 miles (+14,969)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    47,844 miles
    Test number
    877036934306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,875 miles (+9,359)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,875 miles
    Test number
    708416133126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,516 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,516 miles
    Test number
    986405622187
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail23,516 miles (+3,966)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,516 miles
    Test number
    118574022158
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass19,550 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,550 miles
    Test number
    666891211176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Worn
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LD08 BUV

Does LD08 BUV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 BUV expired on 4 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 BUV?
The MOT on LD08 BUV expired on 4 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 BUV done?
LD08 BUV was recorded at 80,431 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2024, an average of 4,790 miles a year.
Has LD08 BUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 BUV has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LD08 BUV 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 LD08 BUV find?
LD08 BUV passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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