BMW M5 Tail Light Bulb Size
The BMW M5 tail light utilizes bulb sizes P21W, P21/5W, 12821, 232, and 5008. Available data for the specified components covers the range from 1988 to 2007.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
Bulb Size by Year Range
| Years | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| 2006-2007 | P21/5W (With HID Headlamps) |
| P21W (With Halogen Capsule Headlamps) | |
| 2000-2002 | 12821 |
| 1993 | 232 |
| 1992 | 5008 |
| 1991 | 232 |
| 1988 | 12821 |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Dual-filament signalling bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W. | P21/5W |
| ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Single-filament signalling bulb with BA15s bayonet base. 12V, 21W. | P21W |
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12821 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Festoon bulb with SV8.5 base. 12V, 3W. | 232 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA15s bayonet base. Lower wattage variant of 1156. 12V. | 5008 |