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G5 FTE

2004 BMW Z1

Green Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

114,919 mi
Last recorded114,919 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 FTE
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 114,919 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 114,669 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 114,669 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 114,402 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 8 Jan 2018 114,402 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 114,275 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 114,275 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering arm damaged but serviceable bent (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 114,275 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 114,275 miles

Offside Front Trailing arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 114,275 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 113,144 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 112,851 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 112,284 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 111,717 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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G5 FTE is a 2004 BMW Z1 in Green with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a BMW Z1 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G5 FTE, 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 22 years old, this BMW Z1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G5 FTE registered?

G5 FTE is a 2004 BMW Z1, first registered on 11 August 2004.

Is G5 FTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 FTE shows 14 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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