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HS51 BMU

2002 Buell X1

White Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,384 mi
Last recorded18,384 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Buell X112,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS51 BMU
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 18,384 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 18,149 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 17,829 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 17,829 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 17,828 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 17,828 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 17,442 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 17,209 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 17,209 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 26 Aug 2011 13,748 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 13,748 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2008 12,568 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 12,568 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 8,993 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 5,023 miles

How Reliable is the Buell X1?

Based on 2,841 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
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HS51 BMU is a 2002 Buell X1 in White with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Buell X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 12,302 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HS51 BMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Buell X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HS51 BMU registered?

HS51 BMU is a 2002 Buell X1, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is HS51 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS51 BMU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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