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F270 TPE

1989 BMW Z1

Green Petrol 2476cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,664 mi
Last recorded14,664 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF270 TPE
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,476cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 14,664 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 14,633 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 27 May 2014 14,473 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust tailbox corroded

nearside front shock absorber dust cover adrift

wipers smeary

Pass 23 May 2013 14,285 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 14,206 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2012 14,206 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 14,155 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 14,065 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2008 13,858 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 13,640 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 13,387 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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F270 TPE is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Green with a 2,476cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 F270 TPE, 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.

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What year was F270 TPE registered?

F270 TPE is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F270 TPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F270 TPE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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