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S55 AFE

2017 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,951 mi
Last recorded35,951 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW I829,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 AFE
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 35,951 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 32,708 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 30,121 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 23,089 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres low, fronts-215/45/20, rears 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 23,085 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres low, fronts-215/45/20, rears 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 17,713 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 13,670 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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S55 AFE is a 2017 BMW I8 in Grey with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S55 AFE, 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 S55 AFE?

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What year was S55 AFE registered?

S55 AFE is a 2017 BMW I8, first registered on 31 October 2017.

Is S55 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 AFE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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