SW12DFO - BMW 520
MOT: ValidGB
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Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 18 MOT tests
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
18
Passed Tests
11
Failed Tests
7
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 22 October 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 113,137 mi
Expires: 21 October 2026
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- Advisory Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive at valve cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed - 21 October 2025 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 113,137 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- Advisory Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive at valve cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 22 October 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 104,018 mi
Expires: 21 October 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.58mm (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 21 October 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 104,014 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- Major Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- Major Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.58mm (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 24 August 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,878 mi
Expires: 23 August 2024
Failed - 22 August 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,872 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- Major Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front brake wear indicator not attached
Passed - 23 August 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,866 mi
Expires: 22 August 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed - 17 August 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,861 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Major Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 19 August 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 80,917 mi
Expires: 18 August 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory advise offside and nearside front tyres worn outer tread
Failed - 14 August 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 80,917 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Major Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory advise offside and nearside front tyres worn outer tread
Passed - 28 September 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 79,017 mi
Expires: 27 September 2021
Failed - 19 September 2020 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 79,017 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 06 July 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,082 mi
Expires: 19 September 2020
Passed - 07 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,039 mi
Expires: 06 July 2019
Failed - 07 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,039 mi
Passed - 16 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 60,007 mi
Expires: 15 June 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory advise both rear tyres close to legal limit
Passed - 21 May 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,466 mi
Expires: 30 May 2017
Passed - 20 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,983 mi
Expires: 30 May 2016
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for SW12DFO?
The MOT expires on 21 October 2026.
What is the tax status of SW12DFO?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 July 2026.
What are the specifications of SW12DFO?
This is a 2012 BMW 520 in White. It runs on Diesel with a 1995cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of SW12DFO?
This vehicle produces 130 g/km of CO2 emissions.