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SJ17 RVT

2017 BMW I3

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

145,204 mi
Last recorded145,204 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW I339,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ17 RVT
MakeBMW
ModelI3
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine647cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 145,204 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2025 145,202 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2024 135,940 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 125,940 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))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 110,939 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 96,324 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 62,789 miles

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

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

tyre light on

Pass 8 Jul 2019 10,568 miles

How Reliable is the BMW I3?

Based on 67,609 MOT tests across 9,060 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
5,822
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
9,060
On UK Roads
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SJ17 RVT is a 2017 BMW I3 in Black with a 647cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 BMW I3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 39,962 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The BMW I3 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 9 years old, this BMW I3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SJ17 RVT?

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What year was SJ17 RVT registered?

SJ17 RVT is a 2017 BMW I3, first registered on 28 March 2017.

Is SJ17 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ17 RVT 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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