SW12DFV - BMW 520
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 3 months ago
Vehicle Overview
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 16 MOT tests
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
16
Passed Tests
11
Failed Tests
5
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 20 January 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,011 mi
Expires: 23 January 2026
Minor Defects:
- Minor Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 18 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 77,469 mi
Expires: 23 January 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Failed - 18 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 77,469 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 24 January 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,056 mi
Expires: 23 January 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 22 December 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 68,021 mi
Expires: 21 December 2022
Failed - 21 December 2021 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 68,021 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- Dangerous Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 08 December 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,791 mi
Expires: 08 December 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Failed - 07 December 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,791 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Passed - 09 December 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,191 mi
Expires: 08 December 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 14 November 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 52,450 mi
Expires: 13 November 2019
Passed - 06 November 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,758 mi
Expires: 08 November 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory both front tyres worn on outer edges
Failed - 06 November 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,758 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory both front tyres worn on outer edges
Passed - 09 November 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,516 mi
Expires: 08 November 2017
Passed - 06 November 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 40,057 mi
Expires: 05 November 2016
Passed - 15 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,357 mi
Expires: 30 May 2016
Failed - 15 May 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,357 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for SW12DFV?
The MOT expires on 23 January 2026.
What is the tax status of SW12DFV?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 June 2025.
What are the specifications of SW12DFV?
This is a 2012 BMW 520 in Black. It runs on Diesel with a 1995cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of SW12DFV?
This vehicle produces 130 g/km of CO2 emissions.