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WBAFA53521LM78803 — 2001 BMW X5 3.0 — auction IAAI | MaxUsAutos

2001 BMW X5 3.0

Lot #40212518 · VIN WBAFA53521LM78803

🇺🇸 IAAIMechanicalKeys included✓ Runs & drivesSold

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What does the damage type «Mechanical» mean

"Mechanical" flags a fault with the engine, transmission, or another major mechanical system. The exterior may look pristine, but buying without understanding the specific issue is a considerable risk.

What may be damaged

engine or gearbox
cooling system
fuel system
drivetrain

What to keep in mind

high repair cost — from $1,500 to $10,000+
vehicle often does not start or drive

Our advice: Only bid on these lots if you own a workshop or have a clear understanding of the exact fault. A free expert consultation can help you assess whether the numbers make sense.

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Auction IAAI · Lot #40212518

Final bid300 USD30% of market valueMarket value of the intact car in the US: 1 000 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine421 904 ₴≈ 9 450 USD

1 · Auction price500 USD

2 · Shipping + insurance3 250 USD

3 · Import duty + excise + VAT4 415 USD

4 · MaxUsAutos services + broker875 USD

5 · Certification + registration190 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN WBAFA53521LM78803 history

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IAAI

Feb 13, 2025

Sold

300 USD

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: BMW X5 2001

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 176. Of these — crashes: 4, fires: 16.

Most-reported systems

Engine And Engine Cooling
32
Electrical System
24
Latches/Locks/Linkages
18
Air Bags
16
Power Train
15
Visibility
15

Official recalls

Air Bags
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2000-2002 BMW 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 323Ci, 325Ci, 330Ci, M3, 323iT, 325iT and 325xiT vehicles, 2001-2002 525i, 530i, 540i, M5, 525iT and 540iT vehicles, and 2001-2003 X5 3.0i, X5 4.4i, and X5 4.6is vehicles. These vehicles may have had a driver-side air bag module installed as replacement equipment such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bag, or as a remedy part for a prior recall. These replacement modules contain an air bag inflator that may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to lower absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver side air bag module, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign: 17V047000
Steering
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING ASSEMBLY OF THESE VEHICLES, THE LOWER END OF THE SPINDLE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSERTED COMPLETELY INTO THE COUPLING. IN SUCH A CASE, THE FASTENING BOLT USED TO SECURE THE CONNECTION MAY NOT COMPLETELY ENGAGE THE SPINDLE WITHIN THE COUPLING. DURING DRIVING, IT WOULD BE POSSIBLE FOR THE SPINDLE TO DISCONNECT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SPINDLE TO ENSURE PROPER INSERTION IN THE COUPLING, AND, IF NECESSARY, THE SPINDLE WILL BE FULLY INSERTED AND THE FASTENING BOLT REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 6, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
NHTSA campaign: 01V030000
Engine And Engine Cooling
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ENGINE AUXILIARY/COOLING FAN OPERATION, INCLUDING VARIABLE SPEED, IS ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED. FAILURE OF THE FAN MOTOR CAN CAUSE THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUITRY OF THE FAN CONTROL UNIT TO OVERLOAD AND FAIL, CAUSING THE FAN TO STOP OPERATING.

Source: NHTSA (USA). This is model-level statistics, not a report on this specific car.

2001 BMW X5 3.0

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What to keep in mind

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