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BMW 5 Series MOT reliability

Live MOT data from 4 BMW 5 Series cars currently in stock — how often they pass first time, and how much MOT life is left.

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How reliable is the BMW 5 Series at MOT?

Across 4 BMW 5 Series cars on Motoring.Today, the average first-time MOT pass rate is 88%. 100% of stock currently holds a valid MOT, with a median of 7 months left on the certificate.

Avg pass rate
88%
Valid MOT
4 / 4
Median MOT left
7 mo
Expiring < 2 mo
0
Average pass rate
88%
First-time MOT pass
Stock with valid MOT
4 / 4
100% road-ready
Median MOT left
7 mo
Expiring < 2 mo
0
Plan for an MOT soon after purchase

MOT pass rate is the percentage of BMW 5 Series cars in our stock that passed their most recent MOT on the first attempt, based on DVSA history. A pass rate above 80% is generally strong for a car of this age.

If a car you're viewing is approaching its MOT expiry, factor in the cost of any advisories — these are listed on each vehicle detail page.

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