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A21 BMW

1990 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,381 mi
Last recorded43,381 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW Z137,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 BMW
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2025 43,381 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 29 Jun 2024 43,163 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2023 42,938 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2022 42,708 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 42,353 miles

Offside Rear Hub Slight Leak Of Oil / Grease

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Section Of Exhaust Deteriorated

Pass 16 Jun 2020 42,177 miles

Rear Brake Discs Corroded and Pitted

Rear Exhaust Silencer Deteriorated

Slight Leak From O/S Rear Hub Bearing

Pass 31 May 2019 42,099 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Hub Seal Has Signs of a Slight Leak

Pass 29 May 2018 41,110 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 40,520 miles

Offside rear hub seal leaking slightly from rear

Offside rear outer c.v. gaiter slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Jun 2016 39,644 miles

Offside Rear Wheel Bearing Hub Seal Leaking Slight at Rear Of Hub

Offside Rear driveshaft CV boot deteriorated

Pass 16 Jun 2015 38,820 miles

Minor play in both inner steering rack joints

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jun 2014 37,937 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 37,316 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear and Nearside Rear Suspension Bump Stops Deteriorated

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 May 2012 36,962 miles

exhaust rear silencer slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 Jun 2011 36,449 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 35,672 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 34,797 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 34,255 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 33,740 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 33,043 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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A21 BMW is a 1990 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 A21 BMW, 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 A21 BMW registered?

A21 BMW is a 1990 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is A21 BMW safe to buy?

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