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L33 NEF

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,059 mi
Last recorded13,059 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 NEF
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2013 13,059 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 12,441 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 10,828 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 10,818 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 10,459 miles

Fuel pipe perished

Pass 23 Apr 2009 10,406 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Apr 2009 10,366 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2007 10,055 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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L33 NEF is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L33 NEF, 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

How do I check the history of L33 NEF?

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What year was L33 NEF registered?

L33 NEF is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is L33 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L33 NEF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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