Bmw X5: lighting & signalling MOT failures
Lighting & signalling was a recorded failure area in 6.4% of Bmw X5 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2001, 2002 cars.
Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair cost: £10–£150 (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Lighting & signalling failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 4,556 | 16.7% |
| 2002 | 9,073 | 16.4% |
| 2003 | 15,764 | 15.8% |
| 2004 | 21,216 | 13.8% |
| 2005 | 36,625 | 12.9% |
| 2006 | 22,221 | 13.1% |
| 2011 | 23,680 | 4.4% |
| 2012 | 23,952 | 6.4% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.