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SNC 801

1992 BMW Z1

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

135,268 mi
Last recorded135,268 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW Z137,984 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNC 801
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 135,268 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 135,221 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 135,221 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 135,221 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 135,218 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 135,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 134,509 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 132,711 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 132,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 130,844 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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SNC 801 is a 1992 BMW Z1 in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SNC 801, 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

How do I check the history of SNC 801?

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What year was SNC 801 registered?

SNC 801 is a 1992 BMW Z1, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is SNC 801 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNC 801 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.

Does SNC 801 have outstanding finance?

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