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IIL 7082

1991 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,318 mi
Last recorded162,318 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW Z160,748 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIL 7082
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 162,318 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 162,317 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 160,743 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front wheel arch liners in poor condition

Pass 27 Oct 2023 158,988 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 157,733 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 155,628 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

screenwash weak

Fail 26 Oct 2021 155,628 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

screenwash weak

Pass 14 Oct 2020 154,155 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 153,097 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin check 3000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

catalyst heat shield loose

Pass 16 Oct 2018 147,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

recommend checking all brake pads in 3000 miles approx

Fail 15 Oct 2018 147,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn off smooth on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

recommend checking all brake pads in 3000 miles approx

Pass 26 Oct 2017 142,577 miles

Rear Both tyres wearing unevenly on inner shoulders

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 137,789 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Both tyres wearing unevenly on inner shoulders

Fail 10 Oct 2016 137,788 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Both tyres wearing unevenly on inner shoulders

Pass 28 Oct 2015 134,542 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 129,958 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front anti-roll link bushes deteriorating

light surface corrosion fuel lines

screenwash weak

some play in steering rack tie rod ends

surface corrosion on brake pipes

Pass 29 Oct 2013 125,423 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 120,264 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 117,206 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Oct 2010 112,339 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

condensation within os headlamp unit

front anti-roll bar link rod bushes perishing

Pass 13 Oct 2010 112,339 miles

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

condensation within os headlamp unit

front anti-roll bar link rod bushes perishing

Pass 27 Oct 2009 104,418 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

rear tyres 2mm tread approx,

screenwash weak

surface corrosion fuel lines

Fail 27 Oct 2009 104,418 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear tyres 2mm tread approx,

screenwash weak

surface corrosion fuel lines

Pass 31 Oct 2008 103,784 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 103,784 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 102,661 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 100,980 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 99,042 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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IIL 7082 is a 1991 BMW Z1 in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 IIL 7082, 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

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What year was IIL 7082 registered?

IIL 7082 is a 1991 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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