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G629 SGN

1989 BMW Z1

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

139,787 mi
Last recorded139,787 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG629 SGN
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 139,787 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 139,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2022 136,946 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 136,944 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2021 132,993 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 13,297 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber soft but not leaking

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 132,716 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 19 Oct 2018 132,694 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2014 131,412 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 128,937 miles

advise front exhaust section.

Fail 25 Feb 2013 128,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise front exhaust section.

Pass 2 Apr 2012 126,929 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 125,066 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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G629 SGN is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 G629 SGN, 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 G629 SGN registered?

G629 SGN is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G629 SGN safe to buy?

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