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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 545. Check any 545 by registration number below.

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74.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-15.1%

vs BMW Avg

4

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

BMW 545 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 545 has an average MOT pass rate of 74.8%, which is 15.1 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 545 on the road.

The most common reasons a BMW 545 fails its MOT are brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your 545 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 545, 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 545 performs at MOT across different model years.

2005

Based on 151 vehicles

76.8%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

24.4%

2004

Based on 363 vehicles

68.0%Average
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

44.7%

2003

Based on 94 vehicles

77.7%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

10.3%

Retest Rate

25.9%

0

Based on 302 vehicles

76.8%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

125k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 545

The most common reasons a BMW 545 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

4.1%
2

An SRS malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) indicates a system malfunction

2.8%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.8%
BMW 545 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

7.3%

Front Offside

4.6%

Front Nearside Outer

2.0%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

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90.4% pass rate

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87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% 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 545

BMW 545 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 545 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 545?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 545 is 74.8% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. 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 545?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW 545 are: Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded (4.1%), An SRS malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) indicates a system malfunction (2.8%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW 545 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 74.8%, the BMW 545 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 545?
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 545?
Typical mileage for the BMW 545: 125,294 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 545 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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