2006 BMW X5 3.0L Petrol · BW56 BTU

The most recent MOT test on 14 January 2026 shows a pass, but the record indicates a worsening trend regarding suspension components. While the vehicle passed without defects in 2024 and 2025, the January 2026 test flagged advisories for worn pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. This suggests that components which were previously within tolerance are now beginning to degrade. The vehicle has covered 36,681 miles over its approximately 20-year lifespan, averaging roughly 1,834 miles per year. This represents very low annual usage. The MOT history shows a relatively consistent testing pattern, with entries in January 2024, April 2024, January 2025, and January 2026. The low mileage suggests the vehicle has spent significant periods stationary, which can often lead to the drying out of rubber components like the suspension bushes noted in the latest report. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly. The tester specifically identified wear in the lower suspension arm bushes, so checking for excessive play, split rubber, or audible knocking sounds during low-speed maneuvers is necessary. Given the low mileage and the age of the vehicle, inspecting all rubber bushings, seals, and coolant hoses for perishing or cracking is a logical step to identify potential failures before they result in an MOT failure.