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J9 CJK

1992 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

29,738 mi
Last recorded29,738 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW Z137,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 CJK
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 29,738 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 29,553 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 28,878 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 28,861 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 28,203 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 28,201 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2019 27,691 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2018 27,389 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 27,325 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 24,877 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 24,378 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 22,578 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 21,926 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 21,270 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 18,653 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 15,827 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 12,628 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 11,791 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 11,144 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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J9 CJK is a 1992 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z1 fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J9 CJK, 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 J9 CJK registered?

J9 CJK is a 1992 BMW Z1, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J9 CJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 CJK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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