2020 BMW X5 3.0L Diesel · YF70 FWX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent MOT test in October 2025 at 70,475 miles passed with only an advisory for thin rear brake pads. This follows a worsening trend seen in October 2023, where the rear pads failed for being below the 1.5mm threshold. While the vehicle has passed its latest inspection, the recurring nature of brake wear suggests the owner only addresses components once they reach a failure point. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,700 miles per year. Between October 2023 and October 2024, the car covered 10,856 miles, which aligns with typical annual usage patterns. However, the sudden failure in October 2024 at 52,324 miles revealed significant mechanical issues involving an inoperative engine management indicator light and a leaking nearside front fuel system component. The fact that the vehicle passed the subsequent re-test indicates these serious fire and electrical risks were addressed immediately at that time. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the fuel system and braking assembly to ensure the repairs made after the October 2024 failure remain robust. The 2023 failure also highlighted uneven tyre wear on both front corners, which often points to misalignment issues or worn suspension bushes and bushings. Given the advisory for thin rear pads in the 2025 test, the rear discs should be checked for excessive scoring or glazing, as the pads were clearly run until the end of their functional life.