Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
EF15 BYS

2015 Bmw 3 Series · Diesel · 1995cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 11 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeBmw
Model3 Series
Year2015
FuelDiesel
Engine1995cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2015 Bmw 3 Series Diesel 1995cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 84,202 miles on the clock, averaging 14,581 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 diesel engine is known for timing chain and tensioner.

MOT & Mileage History for EF15 BYS

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,202
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2018
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
14,581

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading84,202 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,358
Average per year14,581
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF15 BYS 45k55k65k75k84k '18'21'19

Check EF15 BYS

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,202 miles
Since last MOT+20,358 miles
PASS
Mileage63,844 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,833 miles
Since last MOT+18,402 miles
PASS
Mileage45,431 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Bmw 3 Series often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Bmw 3 Series

These are the most commonly reported problems on Bmw 3 Series models (2012–2019), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing Chain and Tensioner (primary chain, guides, and plastic tensioner components)

Read our Bmw 3 Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Bmw 3 Series

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF15 BYS
MakeBmw
Model3 Series
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1995cc
Year2015
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier15 — March 2015 to August 2015

More EF15 B plates

Browse all EF15 B registrations from Chelmsford.

About EF15 BYS

What car is EF15 BYS?

EF15 BYS is an black Bmw 3 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2015.

What is the mileage of EF15 BYS?

The last recorded mileage for EF15 BYS was 84,202 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF15 BYS passed its MOT?

EF15 BYS has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Jan 2021.

Is EF15 BYS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF15 BYS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EF15 BYS?

EF15 BYS is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 15 means registered between 1 March 2015 and 31 August 2015.