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F71 DTG

1989 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

11,498 mi
Last recorded11,498 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF71 DTG
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 11,498 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 11,388 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 11,373 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 11,352 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 11,304 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 11,297 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 11,268 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 11,261 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 11,240 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 11,203 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 11,163 miles

rear fog lamp switch sticking on

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 11,088 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 11,078 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

offside hand brake cable rubbing on drive shaft

Pass 2 Oct 2008 10,790 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 10,631 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 10,573 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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F71 DTG is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 F71 DTG, 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

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What year was F71 DTG registered?

F71 DTG is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 2 June 1989.

Is F71 DTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F71 DTG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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