Bmw I8
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 7 years from 6,589 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests
6,589
Best Year
2019 (96%)
Years Covered
7
About the Bmw I8
The Bmw I8 has been tested 6,589 times in 2026 MOT data across 7 model years (2014 to 2020), with an average pass rate of 94%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as hybrid.
Best and Worst Years
The 2019 model is the most reliable with a 96% pass rate from 695 tests. The 2018 model has the lowest at 92%. With just a 4 point spread, the I8 is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Reliability Trend
The BMW I8 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2014) averages 48,849 miles, while the newest (2020) averages 16,078 miles.
Compared to the Bmw brand average of 88%, the I8 performs 6 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Bmw range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Bmw I8 by Year
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