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PO51 UFO

2016 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,064 mi
Last recorded83,064 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW I830,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 UFO
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 83,064 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 70,543 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 70,176 miles

Outer edges of both front tyres worn

Slight corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 4 Oct 2022 57,290 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 38,646 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 35,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.80mm wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.80mm wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

wipers juddering

Fail 17 Nov 2020 35,010 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements tinted plate (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements tinted plate (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.80mm wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.80mm wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

wipers juddering

Pass 14 Oct 2019 27,929 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 22,688 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))

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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PO51 UFO is a 2016 BMW I8 in Grey with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PO51 UFO, 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 PO51 UFO registered?

PO51 UFO is a 2016 BMW I8, first registered on 10 February 2016.

Is PO51 UFO safe to buy?

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