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F498 YPR

1989 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,887 mi
Last recorded20,887 miles
Recorded on26 May 2011
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF498 YPR
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2011 20,887 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 20,261 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 19,160 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 19,160 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 18,882 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 17,574 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 17,574 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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F498 YPR is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW Z1 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F498 YPR, 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 F498 YPR registered?

F498 YPR is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 15 June 1989.

Is F498 YPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F498 YPR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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