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Alfa Romeo 147

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

LM54 OBAMOT history

LM54 OBA is a silver diesel Alfa Romeo 147 first used on 28 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 160,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2024
Mileage
160,681 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 OBA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
147
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 OBA was last recorded at 160,681 miles on 3 Mar 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,681 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,681 miles
  • 2021 – 140,712 miles
  • 2020 – 139,015 miles
  • 2019 – 131,249 miles
  • 2018 – 117,487 miles
  • 2017 – 105,227 miles
  • 2016 – 91,472 miles
  • 2014 – 79,430 miles
  • 2013 – 72,966 miles
  • 2012 – 67,935 miles
  • 2011 – 63,081 miles
  • 2010 – 59,496 miles
  • 2009 – 56,265 miles
  • 2008 – 53,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,681 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front bottom ball joints dust covers in poor conditionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty and mounts perishedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside front fog light inopRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySills, rear floor and suspension components rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaksRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged and looseRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front brake pads worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front discs and pads worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight play in steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,681 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    160,681 miles
    Test number
    574652555532
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom ball joints dust covers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty and mounts perished
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog light inop
    • AdvisorySills, rear floor and suspension components rusty
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged and loose

  2. Fail160,681 miles (+19,969)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,681 miles
    Test number
    751997396398
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom ball joints dust covers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty and mounts perished
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog light inop
    • AdvisorySills, rear floor and suspension components rusty
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged and loose

  3. Pass140,712 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    140,712 miles
    Test number
    742293727634
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly rusty
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom ball joints dust covers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty and mounts perished
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rusty
    • AdvisoryInner sills rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryRear floor rusty
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged and loose

  4. Fail140,712 miles (+1,697)4 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,712 miles
    Test number
    785572195041
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly rusty
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom ball joints dust covers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty and mounts perished
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rusty
    • AdvisoryInner sills rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryRear floor rusty
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged and loose

  5. Pass139,015 miles (+7,766)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    139,015 miles
    Test number
    555329738467
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn on edges and slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom ball joint dust cover perished
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs and pads worn
    • AdvisoryNear side of rear floor rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog light inop
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged and loose

  6. Pass131,249 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,249 miles
    Test number
    657916554499
    • AdvisoryFront discs and pads worn
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog light inop
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  7. Fail131,230 miles (+13,743)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,230 miles
    Test number
    955230276292
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront discs and pads worn
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryTyre pressures appear low

  8. Pass117,487 miles (+12,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    117,487 miles
    Test number
    551867478045
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn and rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside of rack

  9. Pass105,227 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,227 miles
    Test number
    249443757582
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil weep

  10. Fail105,227 miles (+13,755)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,227 miles
    Test number
    170011234142
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp aim poor
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil weep
    • AdvisoryVehicle needs tracking

  11. Pass91,472 miles (+12,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    91,472 miles
    Test number
    450669311849
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension bushes starting to split
    • AdvisorySlight lift both front top suspension mounts
    • AdvisorySlight wear rear brake discs

  12. Pass79,430 miles (+6,464)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    79,430 miles
    Test number
    478043504470
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass72,966 miles (+5,031)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,966 miles
    Test number
    576098483219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside steering arm has slight relative movement at its fixings

  14. Fail67,935 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,935 miles
    Test number
    386788192260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass67,935 miles (+4,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,935 miles
    Test number
    835818892280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass63,081 miles (+3,585)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    63,081 miles
    Test number
    788327181214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,496 miles (+3,231)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    59,496 miles
    Test number
    612812790295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,265 miles (+2,436)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    56,265 miles
    Test number
    932854999215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,829 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    53,829 miles
    Test number
    160314498255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM54 OBA

Does LM54 OBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 OBA expired on 2 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 OBA?
The MOT on LM54 OBA expired on 2 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 OBA done?
LM54 OBA was recorded at 160,681 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2023, an average of 7,438 miles a year.
Has LM54 OBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 OBA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LM54 OBA 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 LM54 OBA find?
LM54 OBA passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2023 with 7 advisories: both front bottom ball joints dust covers in poor condition; clutch pedal rubber missing; exhaust system rusty and mounts perished, and 4 more.

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