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CE55 NSU

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

54,999 mi
Last recorded54,999 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 NSU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 54,999 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 54,973 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2022 54,973 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Dec 2021 54,312 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 54,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2020 52,987 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 51,644 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 50,268 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 48,670 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 48,670 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 46,526 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 44,106 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 41,433 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 38,564 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 34,496 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 34,496 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play both front steering arms

Pass 20 Sep 2011 29,923 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 25,692 miles

Nearside front tyre edges slightly worn

Offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 23 Sep 2009 21,267 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 21,267 miles

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 17,413 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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CE55 NSU is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 90,285 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE55 NSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CE55 NSU?

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What year was CE55 NSU registered?

CE55 NSU is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is CE55 NSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 NSU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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