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J18 EYB

2017 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,726 mi
Last recorded42,726 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 2017 BMW I829,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ18 EYB
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 42,726 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 42,664 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 42,663 miles

Offside Front Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (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 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 11 Nov 2023 39,369 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 36,923 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 29,579 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 8 Oct 2020 16,203 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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J18 EYB is a 2017 BMW I8 in Grey with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 BMW I8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 29,172 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 J18 EYB, 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 9 years old, this BMW I8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J18 EYB?

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What year was J18 EYB registered?

J18 EYB is a 2017 BMW I8, first registered on 31 October 2017.

Is J18 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J18 EYB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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