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G161 ATL

1989 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

2,598 mi
Last recorded2,598 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG161 ATL
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 2,598 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 2,573 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 2,429 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 2,421 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 2,402 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 2,398 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 2,392 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 2,388 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 2,383 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 2,379 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 2,369 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 2,268 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 2,246 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 2,223 miles

both front indicators / bulbs faded

Pass 7 May 2010 2,160 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Apr 2010 2,131 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 2,051 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 1,977 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 1,604 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 1,325 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 1,325 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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G161 ATL is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 G161 ATL, 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 G161 ATL registered?

G161 ATL is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G161 ATL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G161 ATL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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