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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

LF04 ALFMOT history

LF04 ALF is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 21 Jul 2014. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 105,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
105,425 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF04 ALF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
21 Jul 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF04 ALF was last recorded at 105,425 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 7,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,816 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,609 miles
Average per year
8,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,425 miles
  • 2025 – 97,816 miles
  • 2024 – 95,628 miles
  • 2023 – 91,748 miles
  • 2022 – 83,937 miles
  • 2021 – 74,428 miles
  • 2020 – 64,692 miles
  • 2019 – 51,454 miles
  • 2018 – 39,054 miles
  • 2017 – 27,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,425 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 15 May 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,425 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    105,425 miles
    Test number
    861934689505
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail105,425 miles (+7,609)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,425 miles
    Test number
    573448012695
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass97,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    97,816 miles
    Test number
    473237735096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail97,814 miles (+2,186)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,814 miles
    Test number
    485688797134
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing center buckle missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass95,628 miles (+3,880)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    95,628 miles
    Test number
    299693898706
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Push strut arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,748 miles (+7,811)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    91,748 miles
    Test number
    121620620826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,937 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,937 miles
    Test number
    367672551815
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail83,892 miles (+9,464)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,892 miles
    Test number
    714545394363
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass74,428 miles (+9,736)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,428 miles
    Test number
    469086937590
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral rear & nearside rear seat belts not checked - pet cage fitted

  10. Pass64,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,692 miles
    Test number
    793377970187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,692 miles (+13,238)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,692 miles
    Test number
    862959695580
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass51,454 miles (+12,400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,454 miles
    Test number
    148060690037
    • 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))

  13. Pass39,054 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,054 miles
    Test number
    236108415761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,010 miles (+11,282)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,010 miles
    Test number
    346214864976
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass27,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    27,728 miles
    Test number
    956159321104
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LF04 ALF

Does LF04 ALF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF04 ALF is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF04 ALF?
The MOT on LF04 ALF is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF04 ALF done?
LF04 ALF was recorded at 105,425 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 8,830 miles a year.
Has LF04 ALF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF04 ALF has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LF04 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 LF04 ALF find?
LF04 ALF passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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