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EEL 1Y

1990 BMW Z1

Yellow Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,529 mi
Last recorded10,529 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW Z137,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEL 1Y
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 10,529 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 10,281 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 10,281 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 10,281 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 10,281 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 10,281 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 10,281 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 10,281 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 10,281 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 10,281 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 10,281 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 10,281 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 10,281 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 10,281 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 10,281 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 10,281 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 5,312 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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EEL 1Y is a 1990 BMW Z1 in Yellow with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EEL 1Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EEL 1Y?

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What year was EEL 1Y registered?

EEL 1Y is a 1990 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is EEL 1Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEL 1Y shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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