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BMW 5-Series MOT Results

Registered in 2008
71.4% pass rate
from 9,641 tests in 2021
(31% better than other 2008 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 2008 cars and highlighted areas where the BMW 5-Series is unusually good or bad.

  • 11% fail on Suspension (32% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 7.0% fail on Anti-roll bars (64% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 4.1% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (190% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.9% fail on Ball joint dust cover (2 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.61% fail on Linkage ball joints (55% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.18% fail on Ball joint (59% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.13% fail on Linkage
      • 0.073% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.031% fail on Anti-roll bar
      • 0.031% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.031% fail on Linkage pins and bushes (81% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 2.3% fail on Springs (61% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 2.3% fail on Coil springs (61% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 2.3% fail on Coil spring (61% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 1.9% fail on Suspension arms (61% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.00% fail on Pins and bushes (56% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.79% fail on Ball joint (61% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Ball joint dust cover (72% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.031% fail on Suspension arm (85% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.38% fail on Shock absorbers (62% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.19% fail on Wheel bearings (79% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.10% fail on Other suspension component (66% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.041% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.031% fail on Ball joint (79% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.010% fail on Other suspension component
    • 0.073% fail on Air/gas/fluid suspension (2 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.041% fail on Operation (3 times worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Suspension unit
      • 0.010% fail on Bellows
    • 0.041% fail on Macpherson strut (81% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.010% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.010% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.041% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.021% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.021% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.021% fail on Sub-frames (95% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.010% fail on Sub-frame
      • 0.010% fail on Ball joint
  • 7.5% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (45% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Headlamps (30% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 2.5% fail on Headlamp (28% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.041% fail on Headlamp levelling device (78% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Headlamp aim (28% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 2.3% fail on Headlamp aim (27% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (43% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 1.5% fail on Direction indicators (28% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.5% fail on Flashing type (28% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 1.2% fail on Side repeaters (79% worse than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.28% fail on Individual direction indicators (79% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.021% fail on All direction indicators
    • 0.85% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (59% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.48% fail on Stop lamp (88% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.41% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (36% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.41% fail on Rear fog lamp (36% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.41% fail on Rear fog lamp (36% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.052% fail on Electrical equipment (90% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.021% fail on Horn (92% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.010% fail on Trailer electrical socket
    • 0.041% fail on Position lamps (75% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.041% fail on Position lamp (74% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.041% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.021% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.021% fail on Switch
    • 0.010% fail on Reversing lamps
      • 0.010% fail on Reversing lamps
  • 6.6% fail on Tyres
    • 3.5% fail on Condition (16% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 3.4% fail on Tread depth
    • 0.15% fail on Size/type
  • 4.3% fail on Brakes (58% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 2.4% fail on Brake performance (54% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.9% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (27% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 1.9% fail on Rbt (sp) (23% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.010% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 0.56% fail on Parking brake performance (49% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.53% fail on Rbt (49% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.38% fail on Parking brake performance (59% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.083% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.062% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.031% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.021% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles) (6 times worse than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.010% fail on Parking brake performance
      • 0.38% fail on Service brake performance (85% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.38% fail on Rbt (85% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.30% fail on Service brake performance (86% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.083% fail on Service brake imbalance (83% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.073% fail on Brake performance not tested (65% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.062% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (91% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.052% fail on Rbt (sp) (92% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.041% fail on Service brake imbalance (92% better than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.010% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.010% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
          • 0.010% fail on Service brake performance
    • 1.0% fail on Mechanical brake components (67% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.72% fail on Brake linings and pads (67% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.71% fail on Brake pads (67% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.010% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.40% fail on Brake discs and drums (67% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.40% fail on Brake discs (67% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.010% fail on Brake drums
      • 0.031% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (79% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.021% fail on Lever
        • 0.010% fail on Cable
    • 0.69% fail on Parking brake control (53% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.69% fail on Lever (77% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.20% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (79% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.15% fail on Anti-lock braking system (81% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.052% fail on Electronic braking system
      • 0.021% fail on Electronic stability control (92% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.19% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.17% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (56% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Hand lever
      • 0.041% fail on Pedal (73% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.073% fail on Rigid brake pipes (95% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.052% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders) (71% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.052% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.041% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.031% fail on Brake fluid
      • 0.010% fail on Servos
    • 0.021% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.021% fail on Servos
    • 0.010% fail on Low pressure warning
      • 0.010% fail on Full power hydraulic systems
    • 0.010% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.010% fail on Other components
  • 3.2% fail on Steering (18% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 3.0% fail on Steering linkage components (47% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 2.9% fail on Track rod end (57% worse than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Ball joint (81% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.010% fail on Drag link end
      • 0.010% fail on Other components
        • 0.010% fail on Steering linkage
      • 0.010% fail on Locking devices
    • 0.16% fail on Steering gear (65% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.16% fail on Steering rack (64% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.083% fail on Power steering
      • 0.031% fail on Operation
      • 0.021% fail on Pipes and hoses
      • 0.021% fail on Other components
      • 0.010% fail on Rams
    • 0.041% fail on Steering play
      • 0.041% fail on Steering rack
  • 3.2% fail on Visibility (49% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 1.7% fail on Washers (47% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Wipers (58% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.18% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.11% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.11% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.052% fail on View to rear (71% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.052% fail on Mirrors (70% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.010% fail on Driver's view
  • 2.4% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (55% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 2.1% fail on Exhaust emissions (60% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 1.5% fail on Compression ignition
        • 0.45% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
        • 0.37% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
        • 0.36% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.23% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.083% fail on Emission control equipment (190% worse than other 2008 cars)
          • 0.031% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.021% fail on Particulate filter
          • 0.021% fail on Other emission control equipment
          • 0.010% fail on Exhaust gas recirculation valve
        • 0.083% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
      • 0.65% fail on Spark ignition (82% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.48% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (72% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.27% fail on Catalyst emissions (85% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.031% fail on Emissions not tested (94% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.43% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.43% fail on Engine oil leaks
    • 0.041% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.021% fail on Sound deadening material
      • 0.021% fail on Undertray
  • 1.2% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (21% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.65% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.61% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.55% fail on Condition
      • 0.041% fail on Requirements
      • 0.031% fail on Attachment
    • 0.010% fail on Airbags
      • 0.010% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 1.0% fail on Body, chassis, structure (83% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.56% fail on Exhaust system (76% better than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.13% fail on Fuel system (49% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.093% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
      • 0.031% fail on Tank
      • 0.010% fail on System
    • 0.12% fail on Transmission (95% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.083% fail on Drive shafts (97% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.073% fail on Joints (97% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.010% fail on Drive shaft
      • 0.031% fail on Prop shafts (75% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.010% fail on Joints
        • 0.010% fail on Flexible couplings
        • 0.010% fail on Bearing housing
      • 0.010% fail on Halfshafts
    • 0.073% fail on Seats
      • 0.073% fail on Driver's seat
    • 0.062% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.041% fail on Undertray
    • 0.031% fail on Doors (92% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Other passenger's door (88% better than other 2008 cars)
        • 0.021% fail on Door condition (87% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.010% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.010% fail on Door condition
    • 0.021% fail on Body (84% better than other 2008 cars)
      • 0.021% fail on Other body component
    • 0.021% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.021% fail on Boot lid condition
    • 0.010% fail on Spare wheel
      • 0.010% fail on Spare wheel condition
    • 0.010% fail on Passenger compartment
  • 0.87% fail on Road Wheels (64% worse than other 2008 cars)
    • 0.51% fail on Attachment
    • 0.37% fail on Condition (180% worse than other 2008 cars)
  • 0.51% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.51% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.021% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.010% fail on Anchorages
    • 0.010% fail on Belt(s)/padding
  • 0.010% fail on Buses and coaches supplementary tests
    • 0.010% fail on Doors
      • 0.010% fail on Passenger entrance/exit doors
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