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F461 SHX

1989 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2869cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,994 mi
Last recorded50,994 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF461 SHX
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,869cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 50,994 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 50,959 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 50,954 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 50,627 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 50,620 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 50,318 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 49,658 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 48,806 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 48,403 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 47,641 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 47,172 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 47,120 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 46,589 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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F461 SHX is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,869cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F461 SHX, 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 F461 SHX?

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What year was F461 SHX registered?

F461 SHX is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 22 June 1989.

Is F461 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F461 SHX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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