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BU16 AEY

2016 BMW I8

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,413 mi
Last recorded87,413 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW I830,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 AEY
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 87,413 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 87,411 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 77,660 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 76,940 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 75,623 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 74,147 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 63,186 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 3,200 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 49,936 miles

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Fail 4 Mar 2019 3,198 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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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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BU16 AEY is a 2016 BMW I8 in White with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU16 AEY, 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 BU16 AEY registered?

BU16 AEY is a 2016 BMW I8, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is BU16 AEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 AEY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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