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BMW Security Guide

BMW immobiliser protect your BMW from relay theft

BMW recorded 3,845 vehicle thefts in 2025, making it the 6th most stolen brand in the UK. The X5, X3, and 3 Series are particularly vulnerable to relay attacks. This guide explains how to protect your BMW.

BMW X5 · X3 · 3 Series · Relay protection

In this guide

  1. BMW theft statistics
  2. Most vulnerable BMW models
  3. Protecting your BMW
  4. Recommended BMW security
  5. Frequently asked questions

BMW vehicles are among the most desirable targets for organised theft gangs across the UK. With 3,845 thefts in 2025, BMW ranks as the 6th most stolen brand nationally. The West Midlands has the highest vehicle theft rate in the UK at 1,451 offences per 100,000 residents, and BMW owners in affluent areas like Sutton Coldfield, Edgbaston, and Solihull are at particular risk.

3,845BMW thefts in 2025
6thMost stolen brand in UK
X5Most stolen BMW model
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