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GY08 OVC

2008 Buell 1125 R

Red Petrol 1125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,437 mi
Last recorded8,437 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2008 Buell 1125 R10,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 OVC
MakeBuell
Model1125 R
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 8,437 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 7,740 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive belt spocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 5,909 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 2 Mar 2012 5,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 3,437 miles

How Reliable is the Buell 1125 R?

Based on 1,056 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
474
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
Direction indicators not working 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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GY08 OVC is a 2008 Buell 1125 R in Red with a 1,125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Buell 1125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 10,514 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 Buell 1125 R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY08 OVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell 1125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Buell 1125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY08 OVC registered?

GY08 OVC is a 2008 Buell 1125 R, first registered on 22 March 2008.

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