BMW 5-Series M5 MOT Results
Registered in 201386.1% pass rate
from 567 tests in 2020
(41% better than other 2013 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item
Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2013 cars and highlighted areas where the BMW 5-Series M5 is unusually good or bad.
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4.6% fail on
Suspension
(22% better than other 2013 cars)
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4.2% fail on
Springs
(51% worse than other 2013 cars)
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4.2% fail on
Coil springs
(51% worse than other 2013 cars)
- 4.2% fail on Coil spring (52% worse than other 2013 cars)
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4.2% fail on
Coil springs
(51% worse than other 2013 cars)
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0.35% fail on
Suspension arms
(81% better than other 2013 cars)
- 0.35% fail on Ball joint (65% better than other 2013 cars)
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4.2% fail on
Springs
(51% worse than other 2013 cars)
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3.7% fail on
Tyres
(30% better than other 2013 cars)
- 3.2% fail on Condition (27% worse than other 2013 cars)
- 0.53% fail on Tread depth (83% better than other 2013 cars)
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1.6% fail on
Visibility
(61% better than other 2013 cars)
- 0.88% fail on Wipers (63% better than other 2013 cars)
- 0.53% fail on Washers (67% better than other 2013 cars)
- 0.18% fail on Driver's view
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1.4% fail on
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
(81% better than other 2013 cars)
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1.1% fail on
Headlamp aim
(50% better than other 2013 cars)
- 1.1% fail on Headlamp aim (46% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.18% fail on
Headlamps
- 0.18% fail on Headlamp
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0.18% fail on
Direction indicators
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0.18% fail on
Flashing type
- 0.18% fail on Side repeaters
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0.18% fail on
Flashing type
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1.1% fail on
Headlamp aim
(50% better than other 2013 cars)
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1.1% fail on
Identification of the vehicle
(3 times worse than other 2013 cars)
- 1.1% fail on Registration plates (3 times worse than other 2013 cars)
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1.1% fail on
Brakes
(79% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.88% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(69% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.71% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(69% better than other 2013 cars)
- 0.71% fail on Brake pads (69% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.35% fail on
Brake discs and drums
(58% better than other 2013 cars)
- 0.35% fail on Brake discs (58% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.71% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(69% better than other 2013 cars)
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0.18% fail on
Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
- 0.18% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
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0.88% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(69% better than other 2013 cars)
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1.1% fail on
Noise, emissions and leaks
(22% better than other 2013 cars)
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1.1% fail on
Exhaust emissions
(18% better than other 2013 cars)
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1.1% fail on
Spark ignition
(34% worse than other 2013 cars)
- 0.88% fail on Catalyst emissions (190% worse than other 2013 cars)
- 0.53% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (15% worse than other 2013 cars)
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0.18% fail on
Emission control equipment
- 0.18% fail on Catalytic converter
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1.1% fail on
Spark ignition
(34% worse than other 2013 cars)
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1.1% fail on
Exhaust emissions
(18% better than other 2013 cars)
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BMW M5 (2011 - 2017)
Immense twin-turbo 560PS V8 engine has more power than outgoing M5 yet improved economy. Thunderous performance. Huge amounts of grip and excellent brakes.