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WH05 DRM

2015 BMW I8

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,255 mi
Last recorded73,255 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2015 BMW I831,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWH05 DRM
MakeBMW
ModelI8
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 73,255 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 72,279 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))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 69,330 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 65,484 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 62,523 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 62,523 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 57,164 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 44,598 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 35,315 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))

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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WH05 DRM is a 2015 BMW I8 in Grey 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 WH05 DRM, 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 WH05 DRM registered?

WH05 DRM is a 2015 BMW I8, first registered on 30 September 2015.

Is WH05 DRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WH05 DRM 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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