Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2016 Bmw 3 Series Petrol 1499cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 65,614 miles on the clock, averaging 5,396 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 3-cylinder turbo engine is known for timing chain and guides.
MOT & Mileage History for EA16 XCV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 65,614 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,396 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EA16 XCV |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 3 Series |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1499cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About EA16 XCV
What car is EA16 XCV?
EA16 XCV is an black Bmw 3 Series, petrol (1499cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EA16 XCV?
The last recorded mileage for EA16 XCV was 65,614 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA16 XCV passed its MOT?
EA16 XCV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.
Is EA16 XCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA16 XCV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EA16 XCV?
EA16 XCV is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.