2017 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · 89 SK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a transition toward deferred servicing of the braking system. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 101,959 miles passed, the tester flagged all four lipped brake discs along with thin rear pads. This represents a shift from the clean record seen in 2025, suggesting that the braking components are now reaching a major replacement interval. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old luxury SUV, averaging approximately 11,300 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 12,443 miles between March 2025 and February 2026, contrasted with a smaller 5,142-mile interval between March 2024 and March 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting idle, which places consistent stress on the heavy-duty suspension components typical of the X5 chassis. A buyer must inspect the rear suspension geometry and alignment due to recurring advisories regarding uneven tyre wear. Between 2023 and 2024, the record noted inner edge wear on the offside and nearside rear tyres. This pattern often points to worn control arm bushes or failing ball joints. Given the current mileage of over 100,000 miles, a physical check of the bushings and shock absorbers is essential to ensure premature tyre degradation does not continue.