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SM18 LXE

2018 BMW I3

White Hybrid electric (clean) 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,929 mi
Last recorded40,929 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW I332,994 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM18 LXE
MakeBMW
ModelI3
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 40,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 13 Apr 2026 40,574 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 May 2025 39,151 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 36,701 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 33,091 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 26,194 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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SM18 LXE is a 2018 BMW I3 in White with a 600cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 BMW I3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 32,994 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 8 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 SM18 LXE?

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What year was SM18 LXE registered?

SM18 LXE is a 2018 BMW I3, first registered on 27 June 2018.

Is SM18 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM18 LXE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM18 LXE have outstanding finance?

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