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R44 YBA

2017 BMW I8

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,675 mi
Last recorded64,675 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW I829,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR44 YBA
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 64,675 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 64,663 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested rear pads below (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear pads below (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2024 53,922 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 46,558 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 40,316 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 40,314 miles

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

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

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 24,364 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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R44 YBA is a 2017 BMW I8 in Black with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R44 YBA, 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.

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What year was R44 YBA registered?

R44 YBA is a 2017 BMW I8, first registered on 3 August 2017.

Is R44 YBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R44 YBA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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