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H290 NRD

1991 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,884 mi
Last recorded96,884 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW Z160,748 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH290 NRD
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 2 May 2025 96,884 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 96,111 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 95,958 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 95,581 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 95,551 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 95,150 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 95,044 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 92,294 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 90,885 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 89,302 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 87,546 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 87,505 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 82,345 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 81,056 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 79,178 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 77,845 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 76,535 miles

o/s/f tyre has a slight cut in the tyre wall

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Mar 2007 71,660 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 67,834 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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H290 NRD is a 1991 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 BMW Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 60,748 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 H290 NRD, 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 35 years old, this BMW Z1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H290 NRD?

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What year was H290 NRD registered?

H290 NRD is a 1991 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H290 NRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H290 NRD shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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