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W47 RSX

2015 BMW I8

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,395 mi
Last recorded60,395 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW I831,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW47 RSX
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 60,395 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 59,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/20 99w Bridgestone (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 58,232 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 56,359 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 52,627 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 47,074 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 43,562 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 37,800 miles

All 4 Shock absorber gaiters split/adrift

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

Fail 26 Nov 2018 37,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

All 4 Shock absorber gaiters split/adrift

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

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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W47 RSX is a 2015 BMW I8 in White with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 BMW I8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 31,286 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 W47 RSX, 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 11 years old, this BMW I8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W47 RSX registered?

W47 RSX is a 2015 BMW I8, first registered on 18 December 2015.

Is W47 RSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W47 RSX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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