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J871 SWL

1992 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,059 mi
Last recorded51,059 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1992 BMW Z137,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ871 SWL
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 51,059 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 50,914 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 49,349 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 48,513 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 47,579 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 46,949 miles

N/s hand brake effort lower than o/s

Fail 21 May 2018 46,949 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

N/s hand brake effort lower than o/s

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 46,519 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 46,519 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 May 2016 44,067 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 43,936 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 May 2015 43,915 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 May 2014 42,232 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 39,400 miles

N/S handbrake not working as hard as O/S

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 38,093 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear tyre treads "low"

Small amount of wear in front lower ball joints

Pass 7 Apr 2011 35,312 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 34,215 miles

Left hand handbrake reading lower than right hand

Pass 14 Apr 2009 29,893 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 67,874 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 163,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 57,922 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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J871 SWL is a 1992 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J871 SWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J871 SWL registered?

J871 SWL is a 1992 BMW Z1, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J871 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J871 SWL shows 21 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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