45DAN - BMW 520
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 19 days ago
The BMW 520, often referred to simply as the 520, is a prominent model within BMW's 5 Series lineup, renowned for its blend of performance and luxury. Manufactured by the German automaker BMW, a company with a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence, the 520 has been a staple in executive motoring since its inception. Introduced in various generations, the 520 typically features a refined petrol or diesel engine, advanced driving dynamics, and a sophisticated interior. Its key attributes include precise handling, innovative technology, and a reputation for durability, making it a popular choice among those seeking a premium saloon. Since its launch, the BMW 520 has maintained its status as a symbol of quality and engineering prowess in the executive car segment.
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Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 16 MOT tests
This 2011 BMW 520, registration 45DAN, is a white diesel vehicle with a 1995cc engine. It has a current MOT valid until 22 August 2025, with the latest test conducted on 14 August 2024. The vehicle has covered 88,971 miles and is taxed. Notable advisories from the latest MOT include swelling in the front brake pipes' coating and a twisted but sealed offside front lower rear track arm ball joint boot. The CO2 emissions are recorded at 137 g/km. No further mechanical issues are noted from the MOT.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
16
Passed Tests
12
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 14 August 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,971 mi
Expires: 22 August 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front o/s & n/s brake pipes leading to flexy hoses coating starting to swell.
- Advisory Offside Front Lower rear track arm ball joint boot twisted but sealed.
Failed - 13 August 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,971 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front Inner Service brake excessively fluctuating o/s & n/s brake discs excessively pitted and corroded on inner swept faces. (1.2.1 (e))
- Major Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating inner swept face excessively pitted and corroded. (1.2.1 (e))
- Major Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front o/s & n/s brake pipes leading to flexy hoses coating starting to swell.
- Advisory Offside Front Lower rear track arm ball joint boot twisted but sealed.
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively inner swept face corroded and pitted poor condition. (1.2.1 (e))
Passed - 23 August 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,541 mi
Expires: 22 August 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front o/s & n/s brake pipes leading to flexy hoses coating slightly swelling.
- Advisory Offside Front Lower rear arm ball joint dust boot twisted but sealed.
- Advisory Front and rear brake disc inner swept faces showing corrosion,poor condition.
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Failed - 17 August 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,506 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm outer ball joint excessively worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front o/s & n/s brake pipes leading to flexy hoses coating slightly swelling.
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover in poor condition .
- Advisory Offside Front Lower rear arm ball joint dust boot twisted but sealed.
- Advisory Front and rear brake disc inner swept faces showing corrosion,poor condition.
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Passed - 18 August 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,154 mi
Expires: 17 August 2023
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 18 August 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,154 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- Major Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 12 August 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 77,678 mi
Expires: 11 August 2022
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 09 July 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,786 mi
Expires: 08 July 2021
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Passed - 24 April 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 68,469 mi
Expires: 24 October 2020
Failed - 23 April 2019 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 68,469 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Dangerous Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing x2 bolts missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn damaged by worn pad (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Passed - 04 April 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,806 mi
Expires: 24 April 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 25 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,497 mi
Expires: 24 April 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 23 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,950 mi
Expires: 24 April 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 25 April 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,637 mi
Expires: 24 April 2016
Passed - 22 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,557 mi
Expires: 21 April 2015
Passed - 24 January 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,194 mi
Expires: 04 February 2015
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 45DAN?
The MOT expires on 22 August 2025.
What is the tax status of 45DAN?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 February 2026.
What are the specifications of 45DAN?
This is a 2011 BMW 520 in White. It runs on Diesel with a 1995cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 45DAN?
This vehicle produces 137 g/km of CO2 emissions.