BMW X52009 · 3.0L Diesel

The most recent MOT in February 2026 at 152,872 miles confirmed the vehicle passed, though two advisories were recorded. The tester flagged the offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit and an offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source not functioning. The overall maintenance trend is stable, with the car passing every inspection from 2013 through 2026. However, recurring tyre wear advisories appearing in 2021, 2022, and 2025 suggest tyres were frequently replaced to meet legal standards rather than maintained proactively. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 8,992 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent MOT coverage with no significant gaps between 2013 and 2026. A notable exception occurred in January 2023 when the car failed due to a nearside front service brake excessively binding. This mechanical fault, rather than a cosmetic issue, indicates a specific brake system concern that required rectification before the next test. A buyer should inspect the front suspension components given the recurring advisories for anti-roll bar ball joints with play recorded in January 2017 and January 2024. The binding brake fault from 2023 also warrants a closer look at the brake discs and calipers for binding or seized conditions. No structural rust or major safety failures appear in the history, which is encouraging for a seventeen-year-old X5. The vehicle has been kept in service with regular maintenance, but the recurring suspension wear and brake binding suggest consumable components are approaching the end of their service life.