2021 BMW X5 XDRIVE40D M Sport Mhev Auto 3.0L Electric diesel · KE21 PDX

The 2021 BMW X5 xDrive40d M Sport MHEV presents a stable and broadly positive maintenance trend based on the available DVSA MOT records. The most recent test, conducted on 28 October 2025 at 53,918 miles, resulted in a clean pass with only a minor advisory for a cut in the offside rear tyre that did not penetrate to the ply or cords. This follows an identical minor advisory at the 30 September 2024 test at 46,337 miles, where the nearside front tyre was flagged for a similar non-structural cut. The recurrence of minor tyre damage advisories across consecutive annual tests suggests the vehicle has likely encountered road debris or kerb contact on multiple occasions, but crucially, no mechanical, structural, or emissions defects have been recorded. The maintenance trend is stable, with no evidence of worsening faults or deteriorating mechanical condition. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a vehicle of this age and type. Between the September 2024 test at 46,337 miles and the October 2025 test at 53,918 miles, the vehicle covered 7,581 miles over approximately thirteen months, which equates to roughly 7,000 miles per annum during that period. The overall lifetime average sits at approximately 10,784 miles per year from new, which is typical for a premium large SUV used for mixed commuting and longer journeys. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record that would suggest clocking or prolonged periods of disuse. The mileage pattern supports the conclusion that the vehicle has been in regular, active service. The two recorded advisories both relate to tyre sidewall cuts that failed to reach the structural cords, meaning neither posed an immediate safety risk at the time of testing. However, a buyer should still inspect all four tyres carefully for fresh damage, uneven tread wear, or age-related cracking, particularly given the vehicle's performance specification and the likelihood of low-profile tyre fitment. The MHEV system and diesel powertrain have not generated any fault advisories, but a live diagnostic scan and a test drive focused on turbo response, automatic gearbox smoothness, and regenerative braking behaviour would be prudent. Suspension components, including front lower arms and rear bushes, should be physically checked for play, as heavy premium SUVs of this age can develop wear that does not always trigger an MOT failure until advanced. Structural corrosion has not been flagged in either test, which is encouraging for a vehicle approaching five years old. Still, an in-person inspection of the underbody, sills, wheel arches, and subframe mounting points is advisable, particularly if the vehicle has been used on salted winter roads or driven on uneven terrain. The braking system has passed without advisory in both recorded tests, indicating that discs, pads, and calipers have remained within acceptable tolerances. A buyer should verify that the brake pedal feels firm and that the vehicle pulls straight under braking, as binding calipers or uneven disc wear can develop between tests. Overall, the MOT record paints a picture of a well-maintained vehicle with only minor cosmetic tyre damage noted, and no underlying mechanical or structural concerns evident from the official testing history.