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OIW 6082

1990 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2476cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,911 mi
Last recorded98,911 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW Z137,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIW 6082
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,476cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 98,911 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 98,369 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 97,934 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 97,216 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 95,506 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 95,432 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 93,289 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 92,751 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 92,072 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 90,868 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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OIW 6082 is a 1990 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,476cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1990 BMW Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 37,156 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 OIW 6082, 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 36 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 OIW 6082 registered?

OIW 6082 is a 1990 BMW Z1, first registered on 14 September 1990.

Is OIW 6082 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIW 6082 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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