2019 BMW I8 1.5L Hybrid electric · AY19 LOK
2019 BMW I8 (1.5L, hybrid electric). First registered 01 Mar 2019. Recorded mileage 17,891 miles. MOT expired on 16 May 2024.
- Make & Model
- BMW I8
- Year / Origin
- 2019 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 May 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Aug 2023)
- Recorded Mileage
- 17,891 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- HYBRID ELECTRIC · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AY19 LOK Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2023
- 17,891 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AY19 LOK MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2019 BMW I8 (AY19 LOK) between March 2022 and May 2023.
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.
AY19 LOK Mileage History
- 28/03/202213,234 mi
- 15/02/202317,181 mi+3,947 mi
- 18/05/202317,891 mi+710 mi
Average of roughly 4,090 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This is a strong candidate for a buyer looking for a low-mileage hybrid sports car. The MOT history shows no recorded defects across three tests, suggesting a relatively clean recent history.
When inspecting this specific i8, focus on the hybrid system's integration and the condition of the battery, as these are critical components of the 1499.0cc plug-in hybrid setup. While the MOT history for this vehicle is clean, you should request a detailed service history to confirm that the specialized maintenance required for BMW's hybrid technology has been performed.
Negotiate based on the vehicle's specific colour and trim, and check the condition of the unique lightweight bodywork. Since the MOT history shows no defects, your primary focus should be on the documented service intervals rather than immediate mechanical repairs.
As a hybrid electric vehicle, running costs can vary significantly depending on how frequently the battery is charged. The 1.5-litre engine is designed for efficiency, which should help keep fuel costs lower than a traditional supercar of this performance level.
Expect insurance groups for the i8 to be relatively high due to its performance profile. Maintenance costs for a BMW of this complexity tend to be higher than average, particularly for hybrid-specific components and specialised tyres.
While this vehicle has no recorded MOT failures, you should remain mindful of common failure points for the i8 model aggregate, such as tyres, drive shaft joints, and windscreen wipers. Given the low mileage of 17,891, check the tyres for age-related cracking even if tread depth is high.
Inspect the hybrid charging port and cables for any signs of wear or damage. Additionally, check the condition of the orange paintwork for any specialised repair needs, as high-end finishes can be expensive to rectify.
This 2019 BMW i8 in Orange has covered 17,891 miles as of its last MOT in May 2023. Based on the aggregate data for this model, the vehicle's mileage is significantly lower than the average annual mileage of 4,725 per year. The MOT record shows three consecutive passes with no defects recorded between 2022 and 2023.
The BMW i8 shows a high average MOT pass rate of 92.2% across 2,480 analysed vehicles.
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