2002 BMW X5 2.9L Diesel · FX52 GCY
2002 BMW X5 (2.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 149,155 miles. MOT valid until 09 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW X5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,155 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FX52 GCY Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/05/2026
- 149,155 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FX52 GCY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 BMW X5 (FX52 GCY) between December 2021 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward and rear arm bushes have excessive play - Yellow chalk”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward and rear arm bushes have excessive play - Yello”; “Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system Brake pipe leaking but under covers, unable to visual pipe (1.1.11 (b) (i))”.
FX52 GCY Mileage History
- 03/12/2021146,788 mi
- 29/04/2026149,831 mi+3,043 mi
- 11/05/2026149,155 mi-676 mi
Average of roughly 534 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for BMW X5 (E53)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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