BMW I8
From 4,542 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 107 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 107 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 35 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 30 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 27 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 19 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 17 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 14 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated | 13 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 10 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 10 |
BMW I8 on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 19 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 19.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 2,020 | 221 | +0 | -0 | +8 |
| 2025 Q2 | 2,001 | 232 | +0 | -11 | -11 |
| 2025 Q1 | 2,013 | 231 | +0 | -0 | +7 |
| 2024 Q4 | 2,024 | 213 | +0 | -8 | -8 |
| 2024 Q3 | 2,047 | 198 | +0 | -14 | -14 |
| 2024 Q2 | 2,059 | 200 | +0 | -7 | -7 |
| 2024 Q1 | 2,060 | 206 | +0 | -15 | -15 |
| 2023 Q4 | 2,075 | 206 | +0 | -12 | -12 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 92.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 95.8% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 89.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2017 | 94.5% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
3 earlier years
| 2016 | 88.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated |
| 2015 | 91.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2014 | 91% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all I8s tested had between 31,565 and 66,053 miles on the clock.
At 46,597 median miles, the I8 has 0.018 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other BMW models
| BMW 3 Series | 79.2% |
| BMW 118 | 82.8% |
| BMW 116 | 78.9% |
| BMW X5 | 85.4% |
| BMW X3 | 83.9% |
Common questions
What is the BMW I8 MOT pass rate?
The BMW I8 has a 91.5% MOT pass rate based on 4,542 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW I8?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW I8 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 107 failures. Other common issues include number plate does not conform to the specified requirements.
How many BMW I8s are on UK roads?
There are 2,020 BMW I8s currently licensed on UK roads, with 221 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW I8 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW I8 is 46,597 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 31,565 and 66,053 miles.
Buying a used I8?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.