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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 1,596 cc

L62 ORCMOT history

L62 ORC is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 119,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
119,479 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L62 ORC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L62 ORC was last recorded at 119,479 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 661 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,818 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
661 miles
Average per year
5,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,479 miles
  • 2025 – 118,818 miles
  • 2021 – 116,323 miles
  • 2020 – 109,680 miles
  • 2019 – 101,577 miles
  • 2018 – 96,078 miles
  • 2017 – 87,654 miles
  • 2016 – 79,635 miles
  • 2015 – 71,149 miles
  • 2014 – 63,590 miles
  • 2013 – 57,485 miles
  • 2012 – 52,341 miles
  • 2011 – 47,546 miles
  • 2010 – 42,084 miles
  • 2009 – 38,159 miles
  • 2008 – 30,361 miles
  • 2007 – 23,290 miles
  • 2006 – 18,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,479 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,479 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    119,479 miles
    Test number
    514237749103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,818 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    118,818 miles
    Test number
    807265426295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,323 miles (+6,643)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,323 miles
    Test number
    973737012849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass109,680 miles (+8,103)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,680 miles
    Test number
    608708898976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,577 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    101,577 miles
    Test number
    906990274785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,078 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,078 miles
    Test number
    475626921196
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  7. Fail96,078 miles (+8,424)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,078 miles
    Test number
    541638660409
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to centre (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass87,654 miles (+8,019)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    87,654 miles
    Test number
    697256847518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,635 miles (+8,486)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    79,635 miles
    Test number
    702467262170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,149 miles (+7,559)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    71,149 miles
    Test number
    165640315443
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres starting to perish on side walls

  11. Fail63,590 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,590 miles
    Test number
    476214804022
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass63,590 miles (+6,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,590 miles
    Test number
    829224104006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass57,485 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,485 miles
    Test number
    207727503069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail57,485 miles (+5,144)3 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,485 miles
    Test number
    299157703043
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass52,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,341 miles
    Test number
    509583902056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,341 miles (+4,795)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,341 miles
    Test number
    448033802053
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail47,546 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,546 miles
    Test number
    837802911081
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f steering

  18. Pass47,546 miles (+5,462)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    47,546 miles
    Test number
    897712211044
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f steering

  19. Pass42,084 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    42,084 miles
    Test number
    772290720011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,159 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,159 miles
    Test number
    360821619187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,113 miles (+7,752)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,113 miles
    Test number
    331147109126
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

  22. Pass30,361 miles (+7,071)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,361 miles
    Test number
    671115708161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,290 miles (+5,215)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,290 miles
    Test number
    730548107191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,075 miles
    Test number
    393731206194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L62 ORC

Does L62 ORC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L62 ORC is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L62 ORC?
The MOT on L62 ORC is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L62 ORC done?
L62 ORC was recorded at 119,479 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 5,021 miles a year.
Has L62 ORC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L62 ORC has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2018.
Has the mileage on L62 ORC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L62 ORC find?
L62 ORC passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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