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F280 TPC

1989 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,221 mi
Last recorded14,221 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF280 TPC
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2019 14,221 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deterioated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 14,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 14,013 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 13,942 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 13,910 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 13,888 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 13,817 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2012 13,723 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 13,604 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 13,354 miles

hand brake warning light stay's on.

o/s/f tyre inner side wall starting to perish.

Pass 4 Jun 2009 13,107 miles

horn contact has to be pushed harder than normal needs repair

Pass 7 Jun 2006 12,878 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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F280 TPC is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F280 TPC, 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 F280 TPC?

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What year was F280 TPC registered?

F280 TPC is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 1 July 1989.

Is F280 TPC safe to buy?

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