BMW i8 MOT Results

Registered in 2017
92.1% pass rate
from 253 tests in 2021
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2017 cars and highlighted areas where the BMW i8 is unusually good or bad.

  • 6.7% fail on Tyres (96% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 6.3% fail on Tread depth (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.79% fail on Condition
  • 2.0% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
    • 2.0% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 2.0% fail on Headlamp aim
    • 0.40% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.40% fail on Electrical wiring
  • 0.40% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.40% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.40% fail on Brakes
    • 0.40% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 0.40% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 0.40% fail on Brake pads
  • 0.40% fail on Visibility
    • 0.40% fail on Wipers
Read the Honest John Review

  • BMW i8 (2014 - 2020)
    Redefines hybrid performance. Great sound from little 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine. Mighty through corners with effortlessly smooth acceleration. An absolute joy to drive.

    Search Good Garages