2000 · 24 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2000 BMW m5 MOT pass rate and common faults

220 MOT tests in 2024. 80.9% passed first time, compared with 61.5% for all cars the same age.

132Well above average
Passed first time80.9%
Failed or needed repairs19.1%
Typical mileage at test126,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 220 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Headlamp aim: too low2.3%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength1.8%
  3. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements1.8%
  4. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid1.8%
  5. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault1.4%
  6. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play1.4%
  7. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault1.4%
  8. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed1.4%
    6 marked dangerous
  9. Headlamp: not working on main beam1.4%
  10. Headlamp: light source and lamp not compatible0.9%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics13.2%
  2. Suspension7.3%
  3. Brakes5.9%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)4.1%
  5. Emissions & leaks3.6%
  6. Seat belts & airbags2.3%
  7. Tyres2.3%
  8. Body & chassis2.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded12.3%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm9.1%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine7.7%
  4. Non-component advisories: Fuel Pipe/s corroded5.9%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure5.9%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: headlamp aim: too low. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2000 BMW m5?

In 2024, 80.9% of 2000 BMW m5 cars passed their MOT first time, across 220 tests. The average for all 24-year-old cars was 61.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2000 BMW m5?

The most common failure reasons were headlamp aim: too low; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2000 BMW m5 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 132, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).