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J450 HGY

1992 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

13,359 mi
Last recorded13,359 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW Z137,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ450 HGY
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 13,359 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 13,354 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 13,272 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 13,175 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 13,005 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 12,992 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2019 12,770 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 12,641 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 12,641 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 12,495 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 12,221 miles

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 8 May 2014 11,780 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 11,272 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 110,113 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 10,431 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 9,380 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 9,110 miles

Offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,847 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 8,311 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 8,311 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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J450 HGY is a 1992 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1992 BMW Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 37,984 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 J450 HGY, 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 34 years old, this BMW Z1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J450 HGY registered?

J450 HGY is a 1992 BMW Z1, first registered on 10 June 1992.

Is J450 HGY safe to buy?

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