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F231 GWT

1989 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,397 mi
Last recorded27,397 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF231 GWT
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 27,397 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2018 27,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 16,977 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 26,999 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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F231 GWT is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F231 GWT, 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 F231 GWT registered?

F231 GWT is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F231 GWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F231 GWT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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