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XTE 7

1989 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2476cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,927 mi
Last recorded83,927 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTE 7
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,476cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 83,927 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 83,714 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 83,597 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 84,795 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 84,561 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 83,450 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 83,450 miles

Fuel tank has slight surface corrosion

N/S/R Brake pipe slight corrosion

N/S/R Fuel pipe slight corrosion

O/S/R Brake pipe slight corrosion

Pass 30 Apr 2016 83,450 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 82,641 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 80,940 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 80,908 miles

nearside front tyre cracking on inner side wall

Fail 30 Aug 2012 80,908 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyre cracking on inner side wall

Pass 4 Apr 2011 80,854 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 71,683 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 56,657 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 56,561 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 47,875 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 43,780 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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XTE 7 is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,476cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 BMW Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 41,207 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 XTE 7, 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 37 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 XTE 7?

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What year was XTE 7 registered?

XTE 7 is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 14 August 1989.

Is XTE 7 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTE 7 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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