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511 BAD

1991 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

54,611 mi
Last recorded54,611 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW Z160,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration511 BAD
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 54,611 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 54,342 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 54,242 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres minor perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 54,043 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 53,953 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 53,848 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 53,813 miles

all four tyres perished in tread pattern

Pass 6 Sep 2018 53,725 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 53,658 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 53,632 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 53,615 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 53,581 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 53,516 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 53,459 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 53,448 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 53,422 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 53,417 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 53,215 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 53,215 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 53,192 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 53,090 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z1?

Based on 2,874 MOT tests across 237 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Side repeater missing 28
Headlamp aim too high 21
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511 BAD is a 1991 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1991 BMW Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 60,748 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z1 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 511 BAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this BMW Z1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 511 BAD?

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What year was 511 BAD registered?

511 BAD is a 1991 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is 511 BAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 511 BAD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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