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BRU 126A

2016 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests25 (25 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,832 mi
Last recorded37,832 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 BMW I830,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRU 126A
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

25 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 37,832 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 57,368 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 37,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 6 Mar 2024 56,747 miles

under shields fitted at the time of test.

Pass 15 Feb 2024 35,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 34,244 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 56,156 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 31,752 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 54,823 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under-trays fitted covering some testable items..

Pass 22 Mar 2021 29,902 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2020 54,755 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 28,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 54,188 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 19,674 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 53,787 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 53,086 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 48,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 25,464 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 24,294 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 20,704 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 17,530 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 15,556 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 May 2010 13,103 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,446 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 7,619 miles

How Reliable is the BMW I8?

Based on 18,763 MOT tests across 2,827 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
3,777
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
2,827
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48
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BRU 126A is a 2016 BMW I8 in Grey with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 BMW I8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 30,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW I8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRU 126A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW I8 typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 10 years old, this BMW I8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BRU 126A registered?

BRU 126A is a 2016 BMW I8, first registered on 16 March 2016.

Is BRU 126A safe to buy?

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