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RY18 BFO

2018 BMW I8

Orange Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,625 mi
Last recorded42,625 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW I822,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY18 BFO
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2018
ColourOrange
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 42,625 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2025 41,271 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 38,853 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 35,960 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))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 32,418 miles

Windscreen wiper blades worn. Recommend renewal

Fail 6 Jun 2023 32,381 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper blades worn. Recommend renewal

Pass 18 May 2022 23,789 miles

Rear brake pads getting low.

Pass 1 Jun 2021 15,554 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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RY18 BFO is a 2018 BMW I8 in Orange with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RY18 BFO, 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 RY18 BFO?

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What year was RY18 BFO registered?

RY18 BFO is a 2018 BMW I8, first registered on 15 June 2018.

Is RY18 BFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY18 BFO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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