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2018 BMW 320 2.0L Diesel · YK18 ORC

YK18 ORC

2018 BMW 320 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 23 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 36,062 miles. MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
BMW 320
Year / Origin
2018 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16 Dec 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
36,062 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 Dec 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT test in December 2025 at 36,062 miles with no defects recorded. This indicates an improving maintenance trend after a period of neglect observed in late 2024. While the car previously failed a test due to critical tyre condition, the subsequent pass without any advisories suggests the owner has addressed the immediate safety concerns and maintained the vehicle since. At 36,062 miles over eight years, this BMW has been driven only approximately 4,500 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average. The data shows a consistent low-mileage pattern between 2021 and 2022, where the vehicle recorded no defects. However, the rapid accumulation of over 4,500 miles between November 2023 and December 2024 coincides with the appearance of tyre wear issues and a test failure. This low-use profile can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and brake hardware if the vehicle is not driven regularly. A buyer should specifically inspect the suspension geometry and alignment, as the recurring reports of uneven tyre wear in the 2023, 2024, and late 2024 tests suggest potentially worn bushes or misaligned tracking. Given the low annual mileage, the brake discs should be checked for surface corrosion or pitting, as cars that sit stationary often suffer from seized calipers. Verify the current set of tyres for uniform depth and sidewall integrity to ensure the previous issues with edge wear and cuts have been fully rectified.
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YK18 ORC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/12/2025
  • 36,062 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

YK18 ORC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Jul 2026, 11:32
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 BMW 320 (YK18 ORC) between December 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 12 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.

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ADVISORY

YK18 ORC Mileage History

  1. 09/12/202221,568 mi
  2. 24/11/202326,251 mi+4,683 mi
  3. 06/12/202430,705 mi+4,454 mi
  4. 17/12/202430,812 mi+107 mi
  5. 12/12/202536,062 mi+5,250 mi

Average of roughly 4,817 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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