CarVerify

Free Car Check

F169 THU

1988 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2700cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,347 mi
Last recorded37,347 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF169 THU
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc
View full BMW Z1 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 37,347 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 37,008 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 36,845 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2024 36,828 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 36,127 miles

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 36,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 35,866 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 35,743 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Nov 2017 35,742 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 35,528 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 34,636 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 34,484 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 34,416 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 33,872 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear tyres advise on inner walls slightly cut

Pass 3 Aug 2009 33,304 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 33,005 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear tyres worn

Pass 24 Jul 2007 29,345 miles

Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 24 Jul 2007 29,345 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 27,866 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 27,845 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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
Full BMW Z1 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F169 THU is a 1988 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a BMW Z1 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F169 THU, 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 38 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 F169 THU?

You can check the full history of F169 THU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F169 THU registered?

F169 THU is a 1988 BMW Z1, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is F169 THU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F169 THU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F169 THU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F169 THU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.