Original BMW Left Headlight Gasket for BMW E39 525i, 528i, 530i, 540i, and M5 (2000–2003)

On the E39 5 Series, this Original BMW left headlight gasket seals the top of the driver side headlight against the hood on the 525i, 528i, 530i, 540i, and M5. BMW production of this version began in September 2000. It weighs 42 g, is made in Germany, and is sold individually. Molded tabs hold the gasket in position on the headlight. With age, the material turns brittle and those tabs can break, which lets the seal shift or gap. Moisture or condensation inside the lamp, dust behind the lens, and a cracked or hardened seal are all signs this gasket has stopped doing its job.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

This number superseded the earlier gasket 63-12-8-387-513, but BMW marks the change as non-exchangeable retrospectively. In practice, the new gasket is not approved for cars built before the change, so production date matters. This gasket is for the left side only. The right side uses its own part number, so order each side separately if both seals have gone hard.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW (Genuine BMW)
• Part number: 63-12-6-908-405
• BMW name: Gasket, headlight, left
• Position: left headlight, sealing against the hood
• Weight: 42 g (1.48 oz)
• Replaces: 63-12-8-387-513, non-exchangeable retrospectively
• Production start: September 2000
• Made in Germany, sold individually
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

Why does my old gasket keep falling out of place?
The gasket relies on tabs to stay put, and as the material ages those tabs grow brittle and break.

Will this replace the earlier 63-12-8-387-513 gasket on an older E39?
BMW marks this change as non-exchangeable retrospectively, so check your production date before ordering.

PMB carries genuine E39 lighting seals for the left and right sides.

Fitment & Compatibility

Use the fitment table below to confirm the exact year, make, model, submodel, and any application notes before ordering. PMB Performance has spent over 20 years matching parts to vehicles and can verify this against your VIN.