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H4 BOB

1997 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

13,928 mi
Last recorded13,928 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH4 BOB
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 13,928 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 13,916 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 May 2023 13,904 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ns and os (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 13,894 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear tyres are starting to show their age , rubber just starting to crack a little ..

Pass 23 Feb 2021 13,752 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Mar 2020 13,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Jun 2018 13,648 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 13,558 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 13,369 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 13,311 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 13,264 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 13,124 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 12,908 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 12,764 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 12,760 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 12,719 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 12,387 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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H4 BOB is a 1997 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

The most common reason a BMW Z1 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H4 BOB, 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 29 years old, this BMW Z1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H4 BOB registered?

H4 BOB is a 1997 BMW Z1, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is H4 BOB safe to buy?

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