2017 BMW X5 4.4L Petrol · CD12 ARD

The most recent MOT on 14 August 2025 at 69,139 miles returned a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a pass on 5 September 2024 and a dangerous failure the previous day for both rear tyres worn to the cords. The 2023 test also recorded a failure for headlamp aim and advisories on front and rear brake pad thickness. The recent record shows a clean bill of health but the 2024 tyre failure raises questions about prior maintenance discipline. At nine years old the X5 shows 69,139 miles, averaging roughly 7,700 miles per year which is typical for this class. The history covers annual tests from 2023 to 2025 with no significant mileage gaps or sudden accumulation spikes evident from the test dates provided. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension geometry and bush condition closely; both rear tyres reaching cord exposure simultaneously suggests either prolonged neglect or an underlying alignment issue such as worn control arm bushes or incorrect toe settings. The 2023 brake pad advisories on all four corners indicate the braking system was due for attention; verify that discs and pads have been renewed and that no binding calipers remain. Headlamp aim was corrected for the 2023 re-test but the levelling system and adjusters should be checked for proper function. No structural corrosion advisories appear in the recorded tests, though the absence of recorded underbody comments does not guarantee a clean chassis. Given the tyre wear pattern, a four-wheel alignment check and a thorough examination of the rear multi-link suspension components are prudent before purchase.