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H8 UEL

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,514 mi
Last recorded12,514 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 UEL
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 12,514 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 12,226 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 11,803 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2024 11,803 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 11,398 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 10,711 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 10,560 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 10,292 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 10,292 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 9,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 9,789 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 9,752 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 9,678 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 9,588 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 9,457 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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H8 UEL is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H8 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 H8 UEL registered?

H8 UEL is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is H8 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H8 UEL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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