2022 BMW X5 XDRIVE45E M Sport Auto 3.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · FD22 RVC

The most recent MOT, carried out on 25 June 2026, was passed with no recorded defects, mirroring the clean result from the previous test on 23 June 2025. The absence of any advisory or failure items across two consecutive years suggests a stable maintenance pattern and that the vehicle has, to date, met the statutory safety and emissions standards without significant deterioration. At four years old the X5 has logged 60 121 miles, equating to roughly 15 000 miles per annum. This is above the average usage for a premium SUV of this age and indicates a relatively high level of component wear. The mileage figure does not reveal any large gaps that would imply prolonged periods of inactivity, so the wear is likely to be progressive rather than sudden. High annual mileage accelerates the depletion of consumables such as tyre tread, brake pads and discs, suspension bushings, and the service intervals for oil, coolant and the hybrid‑system coolant. When inspecting the vehicle, give particular attention to the tyre condition: check tread depth on all four wheels, look for sidewall cracking or dry rot that can develop with age even if the tread appears adequate, and verify that wear patterns are even, which would indicate healthy alignment and suspension geometry. Examine the brake discs for scoring, rust spots or excessive thickness loss, and feel for any pedal pulsation or shudder during a test‑drive, as these are early signs of disc wear or caliper binding. The M‑Sport suspension should be free of clunking noises over bumps, and the front and rear bushings should show no excessive play when the wheels are rocked; worn bushes can lead to handling imprecision and premature tyre wear. Given the X5’s plug‑in hybrid architecture, confirm that the 12‑volt battery holds a solid charge and that the high‑voltage battery coolant is at the correct level and free of contamination, as time‑based degradation can reduce electric‑assist performance. Verify that the service book records regular oil and transmission fluid changes, ideally at the manufacturer’s 10 000‑15 000 mile intervals, and that the brake fluid has been flushed within the last two years, as moisture absorption can compromise braking efficiency. Finally, scan for any dashboard warnings related to the electric motor, regenerative braking or emissions, and listen for abnormal exhaust notes that could indicate a failing turbocharger or exhaust manifold leak, which are more likely to surface on a vehicle with this mileage profile.