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AR06 SEL

2017 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,679 mi
Last recorded79,679 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2017 BMW I829,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR06 SEL
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 79,679 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 71,731 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 64,404 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 57,783 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 51,560 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 41,469 miles

emissions not detected

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2020 38,784 miles

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

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

engine covers and or under trays fitted

offside front outer CV boot showing signs of grease loss, no obvious cuts/tears

Fail 13 Mar 2020 38,752 miles

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

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

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

engine covers and or under trays fitted

offside front outer CV boot showing signs of grease loss, no obvious cuts/tears

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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AR06 SEL is a 2017 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 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 AR06 SEL, 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 AR06 SEL registered?

AR06 SEL is a 2017 BMW I8, first registered on 23 March 2017.

Is AR06 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR06 SEL 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 AR06 SEL have outstanding finance?

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