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RX17 VZP

2017 BMW I8

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,076 mi
Last recorded43,076 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW I829,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX17 VZP
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 43,076 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 35,071 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 25,419 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 19,941 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 14,933 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 14,150 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 14,034 miles

Undertrays covering most components

Pass 21 Feb 2020 9,796 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 9,796 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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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RX17 VZP is a 2017 BMW I8 in Red 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 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 RX17 VZP, 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 RX17 VZP?

You can check the full history of RX17 VZP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RX17 VZP registered?

RX17 VZP is a 2017 BMW I8, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is RX17 VZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX17 VZP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX17 VZP have outstanding finance?

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