BMW X5 Xdrive40d M Sport MHEV Auto (2021)
2021 BMW X5 Xdrive40d M Sport MHEV Auto
CarHunch analysed 612 real MOT records for the 2021 BMW X5 Xdrive40d M Sport MHEV Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2021 BMW X5 is a solid performer, passing its MOT on the first attempt 88.2% of the time—notably above the UK average of 80%—and only 9.5% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuring for a car of this size and complexity. The hybrid diesel variant shows an 87.9% pass rate, indicating the MHEV powertrain is holding up reliably so far.
At 37,800 miles on average, these vehicles are running relatively light for three-year-old luxury SUVs, which explains why they're averaging just 0.25 failures and 1.0 advisory per test. If you're buying one, verify the full service history and specifically check that the hybrid system components haven't been neglected, as that complexity will become more costly to repair once warranty expires.
What to check before buying a 2021 BMW X5 Xdrive40d M Sport MHEV Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Diesel (91%) | 558 | 87.9% | 0.26 |
| Other (7%) | 45 | 94.4% | 0.11 |
| Diesel (1%) | 6 | 79.2% | 0.67 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 BMW X5 Xdrive40d M Sport MHEV Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2021 BMW X5 Xdrive40d M Sport MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 26,794 and 45,119 miles.
2021 BMW X5 Xdrive40d M Sport MHEV Auto — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 573 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.
MOT History Averages
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