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YC17 GHB

2017 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

183,986 mi
Last recorded183,986 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 BMW I829,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC17 GHB
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 183,986 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 167,207 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 7 Nov 2024 167,207 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 140,302 miles

Lower Lower engine stabilizer bush failed

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 108,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front 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 30 Sep 2021 75,489 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 75,489 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyres below 1.6mm and cords visible o/s/r (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high dip beams too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 44,837 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 44,837 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Apr 2020

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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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YC17 GHB is a 2017 BMW I8 in Grey with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 BMW I8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 29,172 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 YC17 GHB, 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 9 years old, this BMW I8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC17 GHB registered?

YC17 GHB is a 2017 BMW I8, first registered on 26 April 2017.

Is YC17 GHB safe to buy?

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