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L5 SNG

2018 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,010 mi
Last recorded28,010 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW I822,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 SNG
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 28,010 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 28,010 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 26,102 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 22,143 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 17,250 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 17,103 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 16,997 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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L5 SNG is a 2018 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 2018 BMW I8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 22,023 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 L5 SNG, 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 8 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 L5 SNG?

You can check the full history of L5 SNG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L5 SNG registered?

L5 SNG is a 2018 BMW I8, first registered on 30 November 2018.

Is L5 SNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 SNG 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.

Does L5 SNG have outstanding finance?

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