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IDZ 1309

1989 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,503 mi
Last recorded42,503 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIDZ 1309
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 42,503 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 42,073 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 41,891 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 41,301 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 40,876 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 40,876 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2020 40,148 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 39,984 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 39,983 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 39,526 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 39,522 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Pass 23 Dec 2016 39,265 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 36,898 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 36,125 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear silencer rusty

Fail 2 Jul 2015 36,215 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear silencer rusty

Pass 13 Jun 2011 35,370 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 33,796 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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IDZ 1309 is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 IDZ 1309, 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 IDZ 1309 registered?

IDZ 1309 is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 22 June 1989.

Is IDZ 1309 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IDZ 1309 shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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