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A7 COT

2018 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,804 mi
Last recorded35,804 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 BMW I822,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 COT
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 35,804 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 20 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 31,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/45/20 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2023 26,928 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 26,926 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40 20 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40 20 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2022 22,238 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 14,350 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 9,998 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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A7 COT is a 2018 BMW I8 in Grey with a 1,499cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A7 COT, 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

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What year was A7 COT registered?

A7 COT is a 2018 BMW I8, first registered on 27 October 2018.

Is A7 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 COT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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