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1990 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,555 mi
Last recorded105,555 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW Z137,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration728 BUW
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 19 May 2025 105,555 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 105,429 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 105,190 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 104,924 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 104,701 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 104,404 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 104,199 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 104,028 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 103,656 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 103,383 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 102,963 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 102,311 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 101,733 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 101,120 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 100,550 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 100,120 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 99,833 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 99,322 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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728 BUW is a 1990 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 BMW Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 37,156 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 728 BUW, 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 36 years old, this BMW Z1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 728 BUW registered?

728 BUW is a 1990 BMW Z1, first registered on 25 January 1990.

Is 728 BUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 728 BUW shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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