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W40 WTY

2018 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,023 mi
Last recorded22,023 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW I822,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW40 WTY
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 22,023 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2026 21,988 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2025 21,247 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 18,266 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 18,023 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 17,770 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 15,114 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 14,369 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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W40 WTY is a 2018 BMW I8 in Grey 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 W40 WTY, 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 W40 WTY?

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What year was W40 WTY registered?

W40 WTY is a 2018 BMW I8, first registered on 26 June 2018.

Is W40 WTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W40 WTY 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.

Does W40 WTY have outstanding finance?

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