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B3 UEL

1998 Buell S1

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,592 mi
Last recorded21,592 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 UEL
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 21,592 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 21,340 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 20,509 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 19,719 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 19,004 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 17,507 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 17,507 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 16,805 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 15,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2015 14,056 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 12,411 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 10,529 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 10,052 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 8,993 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2009 7,596 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 7,596 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 7,537 miles

How Reliable is the Buell S1?

Based on 4,320 MOT tests across 447 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
447
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 15
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 13
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B3 UEL is a 1998 Buell S1 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 12,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell S1 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 UEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Buell S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B3 UEL registered?

B3 UEL is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is B3 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 UEL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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