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BMW 728

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,793 cc

S782 CWSMOT history

S782 CWS is a green petrol BMW 728 first used on 10 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
114,437 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2022
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S782 CWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S782 CWS was last recorded at 114,437 miles on 20 Jul 2022, 940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jul 2021: 113,497 miles, lower than 122,252 miles on 20 Jul 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
113,497 miles · 15 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
940 miles
Average per year
3,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 114,437 miles
  • 2021 – 113,497 miles
  • 2020 – 122,252 miles
  • 2019 – 111,736 miles
  • 2018 – 110,885 miles
  • 2017 – 109,739 miles
  • 2015 – 107,423 miles
  • 2014 – 105,865 miles
  • 2013 – 102,930 miles
  • 2012 – 100,003 miles
  • 2011 – 95,542 miles
  • 2010 – 89,940 miles
  • 2009 – 83,443 miles
  • 2008 – 74,931 miles
  • 2006 – 62,931 miles
  • 2005 – 57,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively also corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Engine covers and undertrays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    576222913421
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively also corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    778997864573
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall cracked and cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively also corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    319345193329
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hub bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    230328798417
    • AdvisoryFront and rear jacking points corroded, and rear inner sills

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    867716220977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    707145939788
    • MajorNearside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure Steering idler bush worn to excess (2.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,437 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    114,437 miles
    Test number
    729063322901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,497 miles (-8,755)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    113,497 miles
    Test number
    128309080669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,252 miles (+10,516)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    122,252 miles
    Test number
    630857727623
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension upper ball joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm has slight play

  10. Pass111,736 miles (+851)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,736 miles
    Test number
    673570230232
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,885 miles (+1,146)6 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    110,885 miles
    Test number
    509710930772
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear flexis in poor condition

  12. Pass109,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    109,739 miles
    Test number
    209967025718
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays

  13. Fail109,739 miles (+2,316)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,739 miles
    Test number
    324416554048
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays

  14. Pass107,423 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    107,423 miles
    Test number
    688265189801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,405 miles (+1,540)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,405 miles
    Test number
    817222483311
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass105,865 miles (+2,935)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,865 miles
    Test number
    178871204390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,930 miles (+2,927)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,930 miles
    Test number
    338431293204
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside no plate lamp dim
    • NoteParking brake only just met required effort

  18. Pass100,003 miles (+4,461)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    100,003 miles
    Test number
    946661192202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,542 miles (+5,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    95,542 miles
    Test number
    265967071272
    • 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)

  20. Pass89,940 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    89,940 miles
    Test number
    892464090235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail89,892 miles (+6,449)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,892 miles
    Test number
    473244860268
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

  22. Pass83,443 miles (+8,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    83,443 miles
    Test number
    390842079244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass74,931 miles (+3,828)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    74,931 miles
    Test number
    152176268215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,103 miles (+8,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    71,103 miles
    Test number
    422378218027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass62,931 miles (+5,806)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    62,931 miles
    Test number
    922639016327
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering idler

  26. Fail57,125 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,125 miles
    Test number
    363040145341
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) does not face the front (1.1.A.3a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass57,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    57,125 miles
    Test number
    942980045331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S782 CWS

Does S782 CWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S782 CWS is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S782 CWS?
The MOT on S782 CWS is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S782 CWS done?
S782 CWS was recorded at 114,437 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2022, an average of 3,449 miles a year.
Has S782 CWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S782 CWS has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S782 CWS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jul 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S782 CWS find?
S782 CWS passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively also corroded; rear outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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