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NG55 CZJ

2005 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

218,171 mi
Last recorded218,171 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG55 CZJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 218,171 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 208,562 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 200,459 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 194,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 186,670 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 182,810 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 177,051 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 170,168 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 161,433 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 161,432 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 133,683 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2015 117,169 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 117,161 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 106,432 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 97,006 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Nov 2012 82,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2011 67,738 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 52,321 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2010 51,122 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2009 39,145 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 34,041 miles

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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NG55 CZJ is a 2005 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NG55 CZJ, 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

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What year was NG55 CZJ registered?

NG55 CZJ is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is NG55 CZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG55 CZJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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