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H166 XNP

1990 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

185,154 mi
Last recorded185,154 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW Z137,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH166 XNP
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 185,154 miles

manufacturers plastic under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2024 174,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 174,498 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 174,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 167,018 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 166,570 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 166,482 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak gear box oil ()

Pass 10 Apr 2013 166,321 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 165,641 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 165,013 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 163,763 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 16,355 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 161,553 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 156,711 miles

slight play in nearside front stearing rack.

Fail 1 Aug 2006 156,709 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

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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H166 XNP is a 1990 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 H166 XNP, 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 H166 XNP registered?

H166 XNP is a 1990 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H166 XNP safe to buy?

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