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BMW 523

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S78 ACSMOT history

S78 ACS is a silver petrol BMW 523 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 73,704 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
73,704 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2023
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 ACS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 ACS was last recorded at 73,704 miles on 19 Oct 2023, 1,851 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,853 miles · 6 May 2020
Between the last two tests
1,851 miles
Average per year
1,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 73,704 miles
  • 2020 – 71,853 miles
  • 2019 – 71,425 miles
  • 2018 – 70,531 miles
  • 2017 – 69,492 miles
  • 2016 – 68,605 miles
  • 2015 – 67,837 miles
  • 2014 – 66,735 miles
  • 2013 – 65,818 miles
  • 2012 – 64,770 miles
  • 2011 – 63,702 miles
  • 2010 – 62,422 miles
  • 2009 – 60,984 miles
  • 2008 – 58,814 miles
  • 2007 – 56,379 miles
  • 2006 – 53,737 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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Underbody and chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    463073969337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    329705588263
    • AdvisoryUnderbody showing signs of corrosion undertrays fitted

  3. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    369642324494
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    734217534891
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass73,704 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    73,704 miles
    Test number
    704688712652
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and chassis corroded

  6. FailMileage not read3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    762479134535
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and chassis corroded

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    274456388911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    136522470464
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    391963812406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    341538054685
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    71,853 miles
    Test number
    351589785308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,853 miles (+428)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,853 miles
    Test number
    751528606336
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass71,425 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    71,425 miles
    Test number
    101212676204
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering component deformed but serviceable Nearside and offside track rod ends badly corroded (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTransmission sump pan corroded

  14. Fail71,425 miles (+894)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,425 miles
    Test number
    195930174308
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering component deformed but serviceable Nearside and offside track rod ends badly corroded (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTransmission sump pan corroded

  15. Pass70,531 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    70,531 miles
    Test number
    319627733456
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  16. Fail70,531 miles (+1,039)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,531 miles
    Test number
    575895362101
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  17. Pass69,492 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,492 miles
    Test number
    871158222619
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Nearside and offside chassis (6.1.B.2)

  18. Fail69,492 miles (+887)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,492 miles
    Test number
    405047358330
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Nearside and offside chassis (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass68,605 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,605 miles
    Test number
    664910140919
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules N/S & O/S (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail68,605 miles (+768)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,605 miles
    Test number
    305090820724
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules N/S & O/S (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass67,837 miles (+1,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,837 miles
    Test number
    188160785196
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass66,735 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,735 miles
    Test number
    806504674134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,818 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,818 miles
    Test number
    255670793187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,817 miles (+1,047)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,817 miles
    Test number
    839496873160
    • FailureFront Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass64,770 miles (+1,068)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,770 miles
    Test number
    679641892196
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield slightly loose but ok for test.

  26. Pass63,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    63,702 miles
    Test number
    356664791168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail63,702 miles (+1,280)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,702 miles
    Test number
    237868881414
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  28. Pass62,422 miles (+1,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,422 miles
    Test number
    472286180190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass60,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    272462209244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail60,984 miles (+2,170)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    140572109249
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass58,814 miles (+2,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,814 miles
    Test number
    383743808200
    • 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)

  32. Pass56,379 miles (+2,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    56,379 miles
    Test number
    342367697175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  33. Pass53,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,737 miles
    Test number
    852201706249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S78 ACS

Does S78 ACS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S78 ACS is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S78 ACS?
The MOT on S78 ACS is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S78 ACS done?
S78 ACS was recorded at 73,704 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2023, an average of 1,158 miles a year.
Has S78 ACS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 ACS has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S78 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 S78 ACS find?
S78 ACS passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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