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G414 YYT

1990 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

1,496 mi
Last recorded1,496 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW Z137,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG414 YYT
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 1,496 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 1,491 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 1,461 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 1,334 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 1,328 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 1,323 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 1,275 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 1,080 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 502 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2017 376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 247 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2015 44 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres 2+mm

front to rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2014 58,505 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 58,498 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2012 58,421 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 58,315 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 3 Feb 2010 58,244 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 55,672 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 54,462 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 53,694 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 52,937 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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G414 YYT is a 1990 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1990 BMW Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 37,156 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 G414 YYT, 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 36 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 G414 YYT registered?

G414 YYT is a 1990 BMW Z1, first registered on 19 January 1990.

Is G414 YYT safe to buy?

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