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H305 VCW

1990 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,425 mi
Last recorded44,425 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1990 BMW Z137,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH305 VCW
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 44,425 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front brake flexi hose has a small bulge

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake flexi pipe has a small bulge

Rear fog lamp button gets stuck "on"

Pass 14 Jun 2016 42,862 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 42,791 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 42,789 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 37,485 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 33,930 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 9 Feb 2011 29,707 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside front tyre has slight perishing & is starting to split on the inside wall ( no cords showing at time of test )

Pass 11 Feb 2010 25,232 miles

o/s/f tyre tread staring to crack

Pass 14 Nov 2008 24,057 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 24,057 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)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 23,142 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 22,138 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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H305 VCW is a 1990 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H305 VCW, 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.

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What year was H305 VCW registered?

H305 VCW is a 1990 BMW Z1, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H305 VCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H305 VCW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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