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G348 ELB

1989 BMW Z1

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,135 mi
Last recorded79,135 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW Z141,207 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG348 ELB
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2026 79,135 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))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 78,515 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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G348 ELB is a 1989 BMW Z1 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G348 ELB, 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

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What year was G348 ELB registered?

G348 ELB is a 1989 BMW Z1, first registered on 23 October 1989.

Is G348 ELB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G348 ELB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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