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G46 VML

1989 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,785 mi
Last recorded42,785 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2022
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG46 VML
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2022 42,785 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 42,608 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 42,521 miles

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 42,352 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 42,213 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

rear exhaust box outer skin corroding

Pass 25 Jul 2017 41,982 miles

Rear exhaust silencer corroding.

Pass 18 Jul 2016 41,584 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 41,230 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 41,139 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 41,032 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 40,942 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 40,694 miles

large under trays fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2011 40,694 miles

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

large under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2010 40,587 miles

all brake discs worn

large under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 6 May 2010 40,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

large under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 1 May 2009 40,436 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

large under tray fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 22 Apr 2009 40,404 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

large under tray fitted, not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 24 Apr 2008 40,237 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 39,891 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 39,055 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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G46 VML is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 G46 VML, 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 G46 VML registered?

G46 VML is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 10 August 1989.

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