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F101 HWB

1989 BMW Z1

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF101 HWB
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015
Pass 23 Mar 2012 22,698 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 22,479 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

bottom of brake servo slightly rusty

front brake discs rusty

fuel pipe front to rear corroded

headlight lenses misted

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracking

offside wing cracked

rear exhaust box weak

rear number plate

Fail 8 Dec 2010 22,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

bottom of brake servo slightly rusty

front brake discs rusty

fuel pipe front to rear corroded

headlight lenses misted

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracking

offside wing cracked

rear exhaust box weak

rear number plate

Fail 1 Sep 2010 22,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

front number plate cracked

fuel pipes corroded

interior mirror not fitted

offside front wing cracked

rear coil springs corroded at bottom

Pass 10 Jun 2008 22,417 miles

External flap missing from fuel filler

Fail 30 May 2008 22,417 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

External flap missing from fuel filler

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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F101 HWB is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 F101 HWB, 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.

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What year was F101 HWB registered?

F101 HWB is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 2 November 1989.

Is F101 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F101 HWB shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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