BMW i5 Common Problems, Faults & Repair Costs (2026)
Based on official DVSA MOT test data. View the most common MOT failure categories, pass rates, and estimated repair costs for the BMW i5 (2023–present).
MOT Pass Rate
Reliability rating: Excellent — based on approx. 2,000 tests
0.70%
Low risk
6.5%
of failed tests need a retest
Top MOT Failure Categories
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
Est. repair: £40–£200
Suspension
Est. repair: £120–£450
Brakes
Est. repair: £100–£350
Tyres
Est. repair: £50–£120 per tyre
Exhaust, fuel and emissions
Est. repair: £40–£200
Where Faults Occur
25.0%
Front
23.0%
Rear
17.0%
Offside
Mileage Benchmarks
At 3 years
N/A
At 5 years
N/A
At 10 years
N/A
Significantly higher or lower mileage than these benchmarks may indicate unusual usage patterns. Check the full MOT history for mileage consistency.
Is a BMW i5 a Good Buy?
The BMW i5 demonstrates above-average reliability based on MOT test data, with a 91.2% pass rate. This places it 9.2% above the national average, suggesting lower ongoing maintenance costs compared to many competitors.
While no car is without faults, lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues are the most common concern, affecting approximately 9.5% of failed tests. These tend to be relatively affordable to fix at £30–£150.
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