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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW i5. Check any i5 by registration number below.

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91.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.8%

vs BMW Avg

1

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW i5 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW i5 has an average MOT pass rate of 91.2%, which is 7.8 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 83.4%. This is a strong result, indicating that the i5 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW i5 fails its MOT are lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, suspension, brakes. If you are preparing your i5 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW i5, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW i5 performs at MOT across different model years.

2023

Based on 2,000 vehicles

91.2%Excellent
BMW average: 83.4%
Dangerous Defects

0.7%

Retest Rate

6.5%

Top MOT Failures — BMW i5

The most common reasons a BMW i5 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment

9.5%
2

Suspension

7.5%
3

Brakes

7.0%
4

Tyres

8.2%
5

Exhaust, fuel and emissions

1.5%
BMW i5 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front

25.0%

Rear

23.0%

Offside

17.0%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 3 Series

79.5% pass rate

BMW 1 Series

80.2% pass rate

BMW 5 Series

77.8% pass rate

BMW X1

82.5% pass rate

BMW X3

81.8% pass rate

BMW 2 Series

83.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW i5

BMW i5 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW i5 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW i5?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW i5 is 91.2% compared to the BMW average of 83.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW i5?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW i5 are: Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (9.5%), Suspension (7.5%), Brakes (7.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW i5 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.2%, the BMW i5 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW i5?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW i5?
Mileage data for the BMW i5 is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

Check Your BMW i5's MOT History

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