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A7 BLG

1989 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,274 mi
Last recorded91,274 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 BLG
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 91,274 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 90,016 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 89,628 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 89,626 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 89,353 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 88,994 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 88,959 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 88,404 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 87,027 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 85,938 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 84,835 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A7 BLG is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 41,207 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 A7 BLG, 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 37 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 A7 BLG?

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What year was A7 BLG registered?

A7 BLG is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 8 September 1989.

Is A7 BLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 BLG shows 11 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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