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P353 MNV

1997 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,105 mi
Last recorded17,105 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Buell M216,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP353 MNV
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 17,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 16,709 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 16,485 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 24 Jun 2012 16,482 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 16,280 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 16,079 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 14,592 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2007 14,592 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

How Reliable is the Buell M2?

Based on 4,056 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
472
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
402
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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P353 MNV is a 1997 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 16,756 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 M2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P353 MNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell M2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P353 MNV registered?

P353 MNV is a 1997 Buell M2, first registered on 20 January 1997.

Is P353 MNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P353 MNV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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