44 Model Years Analyzed
BMW 5 Series
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1980-2023), based on 83,777 DVSA recorded tests.
87.5%
Average Pass Rate
44
Model Years
84k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2018 BMW 5 Series MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
4 tests
128 tests
183 tests
4,839 tests
17,834 tests
21,307 tests
15,206 tests
53 tests
72 tests
210 tests
7,344 tests
7,375 tests
1,399 tests
886 tests
1,001 tests
1,144 tests
1,290 tests
1,187 tests
583 tests
426 tests
308 tests
249 tests
168 tests
123 tests
101 tests
76 tests
47 tests
29 tests
30 tests
23 tests
7 tests
10 tests
6 tests
3 tests
8 tests
2 tests
34 tests
38 tests
35 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
4 tests
2 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A tyre seriously damaged
- 3A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 4Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users
- 5A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
Understand these MOT advisories
Tyres
Tyre close to limit
GBP 60-180 per tyre for common cars, more for large wheels or premium tyres
Suspension
Suspension bush worn
GBP 100-300 per side, depending on whether the bush or full arm is replaced
Structure
Corrosion advisory
GBP 150-500 for small welding repairs, GBP 800+ for structural or repeated corrosion
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW 5 Series?
The BMW 5 Series has an average 87.5% MOT pass rate across model years 1980 to 2023, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 5 Series?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW 5 Series across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which BMW 5 Series year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific BMW 5 Series model years.