2022 BMW X5 XDRIVE45E M Sport Auto 3.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · AF72 XMV

Tyre wear dominates the recent MOT picture, with the off‑side rear tyre repeatedly flagged as being close to the legal limit and showing edge‑wear on the inside, a condition that persisted from the advisory in 2025 through to the dual entries on 20 August 2026. The same day the vehicle also failed a separate inspection for an insufficient front‑windscreen washer supply and a headlamp aimed too low, indicating minor but actionable faults that were not present in the previous year’s test. At 58,434 mi the X5 has logged roughly 14,600 mi per annum, a mileage level that exceeds the average for a four‑year‑old premium SUV and suggests a relatively high rate of component utilisation. The MOT record shows no gaps in annual testing, implying consistent road use rather than prolonged storage, which aligns with the observed tyre degradation and the need to monitor wear‑prone items such as brakes, suspension bushings and drivetrain fluids. Buyers should give the tyre condition close scrutiny: verify tread depth on the off‑side rear tyre and compare it with the opposite side, look for uneven wear patterns that could point to mis‑alignment or worn suspension components, and inspect the near‑side front inner tyre for the previously noted slight damage. The washer system must be tested for proper fluid delivery and pump operation, while the headlamp assembly should be checked for correct aim and secure mounting, as low aim can be symptomatic of worn adjustment screws or headlamp housing movement. During a test drive, listen for any humming or thumping from the rear right wheel, feel for steering pull or vibration that could betray suspension or wheel‑bearing issues, and confirm that the washer jets spray a steady stream and that the headlamps illuminate the road evenly. Given the mileage and tyre advisories, a pre‑purchase inspection that includes tyre replacement, headlamp alignment and a full check of suspension bushes, steering links and brake wear will provide the most reliable indication of the vehicle’s remaining roadworthiness.