33 Model Years Analyzed
BMW M5
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1986-2020), based on 4,466 DVSA recorded tests.
89.2%
Average Pass Rate
33
Model Years
4k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2013 BMW M5 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
9 tests
43 tests
21 tests
15 tests
416 tests
417 tests
494 tests
591 tests
347 tests
79 tests
12 tests
19 tests
96 tests
265 tests
296 tests
283 tests
3 tests
40 tests
196 tests
301 tests
261 tests
114 tests
1 tests
17 tests
26 tests
20 tests
19 tests
15 tests
10 tests
2 tests
7 tests
15 tests
16 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A tyre cords visible or damaged
- 3A tyre seriously damaged
- 4Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
- 5Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW M5?
The BMW M5 has an average 89.2% MOT pass rate across model years 1986 to 2020, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW M5?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW M5 across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which BMW M5 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 M5 model years.