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PAR 275C

1990 BMW Z1

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,701 mi
Last recorded25,701 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW Z137,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAR 275C
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 25,701 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 25,314 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 25,161 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 25,112 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

full under body covers fitted at time of test

rear exhaust silencer box outer skin corroded , no leaks

Pass 14 Jul 2021 25,093 miles

full under body covers / trays fitted at time of test

nearside parking brake effort low, 110/170

Fail 14 Jul 2021 25,093 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

full under body covers / trays fitted at time of test

nearside parking brake effort low, 110/170

Pass 16 Jul 2020 25,024 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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PAR 275C is a 1990 BMW Z1 in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 PAR 275C, 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

How do I check the history of PAR 275C?

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What year was PAR 275C registered?

PAR 275C is a 1990 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is PAR 275C safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAR 275C shows 7 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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