2004 BMW X5 3.0L Petrol · EX54 YLP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 27 May 2025 at 137,939 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable in terms of passing results, though the history reveals a pattern of immediate rectification. In both 2024 and 2025, the vehicle failed the initial test but passed later on the same day. This suggests that minor defects or consumable items were addressed promptly upon inspection rather than being ignored or left neglect. The mileage profile is remarkably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,270 miles per year. However, the data shows a significant stagnation in usage between May 2023 at 137,905 miles and May 2024 at 137,915 miles. An accumulation of only 10 miles over a full year indicates the car likely sat for long periods or was driven only very short distances. While this reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, stationary vehicles increase the risk of degradation in rubber-based components, seal drying, and fluid contamination due to condensation. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system and bushings, as the age of the vehicle often leads to perished rubber regardless of low mileage. Given the long periods of inactivity, check for brake caliper corrosion or seized discs, which are common when a BMW sits unused. You should also verify the structural integrity of the chassis for surface rust, as the MOT record does not show any previous advisories for corrosion that might otherwise indicate hidden decay on a vehicle of this era.