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J30 DEE

1991 BMW Z1

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,585 mi
Last recorded34,585 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW Z160,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ30 DEE
MakeBMW
ModelZ1
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc
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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 34,585 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 34,283 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2022 33,996 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 32,728 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 30,477 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 29,736 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 May 2017 29,236 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 28,696 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2015 25,934 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 25,934 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 25,027 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 24,436 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 24,436 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 24,152 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 24,151 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 24,127 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 24,092 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 24,092 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 24,053 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 24,053 miles

Offside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

part of o/s/r wheel outer rim damaged

Pass 23 Oct 2008 23,999 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 23,999 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 23,956 miles

n/s/f wishbone rubber split has no play in bush

rear exhaust back box corroding

Pass 31 Aug 2006 23,854 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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J30 DEE is a 1991 BMW Z1 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 BMW Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 60,748 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 J30 DEE, 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 35 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 J30 DEE registered?

J30 DEE is a 1991 BMW Z1, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J30 DEE safe to buy?

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