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BMW 528

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S71 ACSMOT history

S71 ACS is a silver petrol BMW 528 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 95,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2022.

S71 ACS silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2023
Mileage
95,394 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2017
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S71 ACS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
528
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S71 ACS was last recorded at 95,394 miles on 4 Apr 2017, 1,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,123 miles · 4 Apr 2016
Between the last two tests
1,271 miles
Average per year
3,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2017 – 95,394 miles
  • 2016 – 94,123 miles
  • 2015 – 92,772 miles
  • 2014 – 91,479 miles
  • 2013 – 89,519 miles
  • 2012 – 84,842 miles
  • 2010 – 78,644 miles
  • 2009 – 75,582 miles
  • 2008 – 71,243 miles
  • 2007 – 64,569 miles
  • 2006 – 56,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    933949823477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail95,394 miles (+1,271)13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,394 miles
    Test number
    476025423586
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWear in n/s/f lower rose bush

  3. Pass94,123 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    94,123 miles
    Test number
    448181800246
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front brake pipes
    • AdvisoryWear in both rear suspension rose joints

  4. Fail94,123 miles (+1,351)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,123 miles
    Test number
    537522215097
    • Repaired at testCentre Statutory seat belt missing stalk (5.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front brake pipes
    • AdvisoryWear in both rear suspension rose joints

  5. Pass92,772 miles (+1,293)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,772 miles
    Test number
    698092475000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear susp coil springs corroded

  6. Pass91,479 miles (+1,960)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    91,479 miles
    Test number
    255516874012
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass89,519 miles (+4,677)6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    89,519 miles
    Test number
    517020863024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread low[out edge]

  8. Pass84,842 miles (+6,198)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    84,842 miles
    Test number
    668990962027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteTank straps corroded

  9. Pass78,644 miles (+3,062)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    78,644 miles
    Test number
    444709670283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront/rear brake pipes corroded

  10. Pass75,582 miles (+4,339)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    75,582 miles
    Test number
    692649479293
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  11. Pass71,243 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    71,243 miles
    Test number
    854075078291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail71,243 miles (+6,674)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,243 miles
    Test number
    800385778240
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  13. Pass64,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    64,569 miles
    Test number
    864433617398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,569 miles (+8,342)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,569 miles
    Test number
    832276107361
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  15. Pass56,227 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,227 miles
    Test number
    190765906319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteHand brake binding slightly
    • NoteO/s/f tyre uneven wear edges

Questions about S71 ACS

Does S71 ACS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S71 ACS expired on 9 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S71 ACS?
The MOT on S71 ACS expired on 9 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S71 ACS done?
S71 ACS was recorded at 95,394 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2017, an average of 3,758 miles a year.
Has S71 ACS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S71 ACS has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on S71 ACS 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 S71 ACS find?
S71 ACS passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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