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BM18 UFO

2018 BMW I8

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,948 mi
Last recorded33,948 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW I822,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM18 UFO
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 33,948 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 32,860 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 32,855 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 29,673 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 26,831 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 23,885 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 17,901 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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BM18 UFO is a 2018 BMW I8 in White 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 BM18 UFO, 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.

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What year was BM18 UFO registered?

BM18 UFO is a 2018 BMW I8, first registered on 26 March 2018.

Is BM18 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM18 UFO 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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