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2020 BMW I3 Electric · J888 JNJ

J888 JNJ

2020 BMW I3 (electric). First registered 30/06/2020. Recorded mileage 17,964 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
BMW I3
Year / Origin
2020
MOT Status
Valid until 29/06/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
17,964 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Electric
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 29/06/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Electric
Year
2020
Engine
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J888 JNJ Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/06/2025
  • 17,964 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
67
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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J888 JNJ Mileage History

  1. 26/06/20237,755 mi
  2. 25/06/20249,487 mi+1,732 mi
  3. 24/06/202517,964 mi+8,477 mi

Average of roughly 5,116 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

J888 JNJ MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 6 Aug 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 BMW I3 (J888 JNJ) between June 2023 and June 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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Buying Score
82/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£600-£900
Mileage
The mileage of 17,964 is well below the ...

Our Verdict

This is a highly attractive option for a

When inspecting this specific i3, your primary focus should be on the electrical components and the battery's state of health (SOH). Since the MOT records show no defects, you should ask the seller for a battery health report to ensure the range matches expectations for a 2020 model.

Given that 'tyre' is a top failure reason for this model aggregate, check the tread depth and sidewall condition on all four tyres, as low-mileage cars can sometimes suffer from age-related rubber degradation. Ensure the charging cables are present and that the vehicle has been regularly charged to maintain battery longevity.

As an electric vehicle, running costs are primarily driven by electricity consumption and insurance. Tax bands for the i3 are generally low, and insurance groups vary depending on the specific trim and driver profile.

Maintenance costs for this model tend to be lower than internal combustion engine equivalents due to fewer moving parts, though you should budget for periodic tyre replacements and cabin filter changes. The estimated annual running cost is relatively modest compared to petrol or diesel alternatives.

Review the tyre condition thoroughly; while this vehicle has no recorded MOT failures for tyres, it remains a common issue for the BMW i3 model type. Check the windscreen washer fluid levels and spray patterns, as 'windscreen washer not working' is a noted failure reason in the wider model data.

Additionally, inspect the suspension components. Although no coil spring issues have been recorded for this specific registration (J888JNJ), coil springs are a frequent failure point across the aggregate data for this model. Listen for any knocks or rattles when driving over uneven surfaces.

Registered in June 2020, this white BMW i3 has covered 17,964 miles, which is significantly lower than the model average of 6,372 miles per year. The MOT history is remarkably clean, with three consecutive passes since 2023 showing no defects recorded. This suggests a vehicle that has been used sparingly and has not encountered common mechanical failures during its initial years of operation.

The BMW i3 shows a high average MOT pass rate of 90.0% across the fleet, though tyres and suspension components are common points of failure.

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