2016 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · BX66 AWY

The BMW X5 last passed its MOT on 18 August 2022 at 71 680 mi with no recorded defects, but that test is now more than three years old, leaving a significant gap in current roadworthiness verification. The maintenance trend shows improvement: after a failure and several advisories in October 2020 (seat‑belt damage, brake fault and low headlamp aim), the subsequent tests in 2021 and 2022 returned clean, indicating that the identified issues were addressed. Mileage accumulation has been uneven. Between October 2019 (41 699 mi) and October 2020 the odometer rose by 13 330 mi, then to 66 345 mi by August 2021 (+11 316 mi in roughly ten months), and finally to 71 680 mi by August 2022 (+5 335 mi in about twelve months). The early period reflects higher annual usage, while the later years show a slower rate, suggesting a change in driving patterns or periods of reduced activity. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person for the faults that appeared in 2020. Verify that both near‑side front and rear seat belts retract fully and show no signs of damage, examine the front brake assembly for looseness, corrosion or worn discs, and check the headlamp aim and lens condition. Given the car’s age, a thorough look at suspension bushes, shock absorbers and any signs of rust on the chassis is also advisable to ensure structural integrity.