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 2018 Bmw 3 Series Diesel 1995cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 68,396 miles on the clock, averaging 6,018 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 diesel engine is known for timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for EF18 XSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,396 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,926 |
| Average per year | 6,018 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Bmw 3 Series
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Timing Chain and Tensioner (primary chain, guides, and plastic tensioner components)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF18 XSV |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 3 Series |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About EF18 XSV
What car is EF18 XSV?
EF18 XSV is an grey Bmw 3 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of EF18 XSV?
The last recorded mileage for EF18 XSV was 68,396 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF18 XSV passed its MOT?
EF18 XSV has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is EF18 XSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF18 XSV is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EF18 XSV?
EF18 XSV is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.