2002 BMW X5 2.9L Diesel · YB51 VRY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT pass on 10 January 2026 at 203,468 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable as the vehicle has consistently achieved passes despite initial failures on the same days in previous years. These failures in January 2025 and 2026 suggest that specific mechanical issues were identified and rectified immediately prior to testing, indicating a proactive approach to maintaining legal road standards. At 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 203,468 represents an annual average of approximately 8,478 miles, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a premium SUV of this age. The data shows a consistent accumulation of roughly 8,500 miles between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has been driven consistently rather than left to sit for long periods, which is generally beneficial for engine seals and mechanical components, though the high mileage places significant stress on rubber components and bushings. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension geometry and control arm bushes, as these are common wear points on the X5 at this mileage. Given the clean nature of the most recent passes, there is no recorded evidence of structural corrosion or persistent brake failures, but the high mileage necessitates a thorough check for binding calipers or leaking shock absorbers. The previous test failures followed by immediate passes imply that the owner attends to items like exhaust emissions or minor components, but requires verification that these repairs were permanent and not merely bypassed with temporary fixes.