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When is the MOT due for LF04 ULC?

The MOT for LF04 ULC is valid and due for renewal on or before 9 November 2022.

What is the recorded mileage of LF04 ULC?

The recorded mileage for LF04 ULC is 147,424 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LF04 ULC ULEZ compliant?

No, LF04 ULC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 BMW 316 1.8L Petrol · LF04 ULC

LF04 ULC

2004 BMW 316 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 07/06/2004. Recorded mileage 147,424 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 316
Year / Origin: 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
MOT Status: Valid until 09/11/2022
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 147,424 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 09/11/2022

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Mileage: 147,424 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2004
Engine: 1796cc

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LF04 ULC Key Findings

19 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/11/2021
147,424 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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LF04 ULC Mileage History

12/06/200732,126 mi
02/06/200843,272 mi+11,146 mi
09/06/200957,421 mi+14,149 mi
09/06/201070,893 mi+13,472 mi
09/06/201070,893 mi
17/06/201183,250 mi+12,357 mi
13/06/201296,301 mi+13,051 mi
13/06/201296,301 mi
19/06/2013108,857 mi+12,556 mi
19/06/2013108,857 mi
12/06/2014113,165 mi+4,308 mi
16/06/2015116,418 mi+3,253 mi
14/06/2016119,245 mi+2,827 mi
13/06/2017121,902 mi+2,657 mi
07/06/2018124,125 mi+2,223 mi
24/09/2019134,130 mi+10,005 mi
24/09/2019134,130 mi
23/09/2020142,809 mi+8,679 mi
10/11/2021147,424 mi+4,615 mi

Average of roughly 7,998 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

LF04 ULC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 06:43

MOT Analysis

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19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 BMW 316 (LF04 ULC) between June 2007 and November 2021.

The record contains 15 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 10 November 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 33 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents ”; “Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”.

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