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BMW M5 Competition Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the BMW M5 Competition Auto reliable? We analysed 125 real MOT tests across 140 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 125 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.8%
Typical Mileage
31,962mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The BMW M5 Competition Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used BMW M5 Competition Auto.

BMW M5 Competition Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a BMW M5 Competition Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

BMW M5 Competition Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all BMW M5 Competition Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
31,962 mi
75th Percentile
47,192 mi
95th Percentile
63,180 mi
Max Recorded
83,084 mi

How Does the BMW M5 Competition Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
BMW M5 Competition Auto THIS CAR 92.8% 125 31,962 mi — yrs
BMW 3 Series 75.1% 12,840,406 90,743 mi 37 yrs
BMW 118 81.5% 1,923,256 64,042 mi 22 yrs
BMW X5 77% 1,735,343 83,401 mi 25 yrs
Renault Clio 1.2 74.8% 436 93,612 mi — yrs

Compared to the BMW 3 Series (75.1% pass rate) and the BMW 118 (81.5% pass rate), the BMW M5 Competition Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used BMW M5 Competition Auto?

The BMW M5 Competition Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.8% across 125 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

BMW M5 Competition Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BMW M5 Competition Auto reliable?
Based on 125 MOT tests, the BMW M5 Competition Auto has a 92.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a BMW M5 Competition Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a BMW M5 Competition Auto do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a BMW M5 Competition Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a BMW M5 Competition Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.