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LJ17 VBU

2017 BMW I3

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

76,322 mi
Last recorded76,322 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW I339,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ17 VBU
MakeBMW
ModelI3
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine647cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 76,322 miles

Front Incorrect wiper adjustment. Still works and clears screen.

Nearside Rear Unable to fully inspect seat belt due to child seat fitment.

Pass 11 Mar 2025 70,413 miles

O/s/f tyre tread heavily perished and worn.

Pass 1 Mar 2024 63,320 miles

Both front tyre treads heavily perished.

Pass 3 Mar 2023 53,736 miles

Both front tyre treads getting close to legal limit.

Pass 15 Feb 2022 44,361 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2022 44,319 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 35,399 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished and heavy wear on outside edge

Nearside Rear tyre close to wear limit

Fail 19 Feb 2021 35,399 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front tyre perished and heavy wear on outside edge

Nearside Rear tyre close to wear limit

Pass 12 Mar 2020 29,132 miles

How Reliable is the BMW I3?

Based on 67,609 MOT tests across 9,060 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
5,822
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
9,060
On UK Roads
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LJ17 VBU is a 2017 BMW I3 in Black with a 647cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 BMW I3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 39,962 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW I3 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 9 years old, this BMW I3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ17 VBU registered?

LJ17 VBU is a 2017 BMW I3, first registered on 13 March 2017.

Is LJ17 VBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ17 VBU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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