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BMW 5 Series G60/G61 (2023-present) reliability

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BMW 5 Series G60/G61: not enough MOT data yet

We don't have enough MOT history on the BMW 5 Series G60/G61 yet to spot a pattern.

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BMW 5 Series G60/G61
2023-presentSaloon

No MOT tests on record for this 5 Series generation yet.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake pads

High priority

Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Drivetrain

Worth checking

Inspect the drivetrain carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Recall context

113 recalls in all

8 of the 113 5 Series G60/G61 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 1 Critical
  • 7 more

Top concerns

  • Checking and re-securing the air-conditioning wiring harness
  • Replace the engine starter motor
  • Hydraulic brake system unit replacement

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

What has gone wrong on 5 Series G60/G61 cars built around 2021

The share of hybrid electric cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 173 cars.

Structural systems

Drivetrain
1%

Wear items

Tyres
14%
Brakes
1%
All generations of this modelPlenty of data

Most common issues on BMW 5 Series models of this age

This list covers every BMW 5 Series built around 2021, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the G60/G61 on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    13.4%
    Advisory: 1,605Fail: 101 (6% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    7.0%
    Advisory: 441Fail: 343 (44% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords

    5.0%
    Advisory: 280Fail: 220 (44% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Prop shaft coupling slightly deteriorated

    3.3%
    Advisory: 248Fail: 17 (6% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    2.1%
    Advisory: 202Fail: 19 (9% of the times it was found)

Based on 7,938 tests

Looking at a BMW 5 Series G60/G61?

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*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. There are no MOT tests on record for this generation yet.