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VA16 ETT

2016 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,933 mi
Last recorded23,933 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW I830,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA16 ETT
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 23,933 miles
Fail 19 May 2026 23,933 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 22,772 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 20,751 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 20,727 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 17,975 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 16,432 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 14,682 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 13,252 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 12,071 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 12,071 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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VA16 ETT is a 2016 BMW I8 in Grey with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2016 BMW I8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 30,548 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 VA16 ETT, 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 10 years old, this BMW I8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VA16 ETT registered?

VA16 ETT is a 2016 BMW I8, first registered on 24 June 2016.

Is VA16 ETT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA16 ETT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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