Bmw X5 (e70)
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 78 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests
78
Best Year
2010 (95%)
Years Covered
2
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About the Bmw X5 (e70)
The Bmw X5 (e70) has been tested 78 times in 2024 MOT data across 2 model years (2010 to 2011), with an average pass rate of 93%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 2010 model is the most reliable with a 95% pass rate from 39 tests. The 2011 model has the lowest at 90%. With just a 5 point spread, the X5 (e70) is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2010) averages 140,163 miles, while the newest (2011) averages 87,742 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Bmw brand average of 88%, the X5 (e70) performs 5 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Bmw range.
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