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J123 BVG

1991 BMW Z1

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,118 mi
Last recorded11,118 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 1991 BMW Z160,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ123 BVG
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 11,118 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 11,117 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 9,631 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 9,265 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 9,167 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2014 8,985 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 8,955 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 8,937 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 8,729 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 8,729 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 8,503 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2008 8,439 miles

rear tyres are cracking on inner sidewalls and in tread pattern

Pass 2 Jul 2007 8,282 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 7,987 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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J123 BVG is a 1991 BMW Z1 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J123 BVG, 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.

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What year was J123 BVG registered?

J123 BVG is a 1991 BMW Z1, first registered on 12 August 1991.

Is J123 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J123 BVG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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