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P450 RSF

1997 Buell M2

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,897 mi
Last recorded20,897 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Buell M216,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP450 RSF
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 20,897 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 20,019 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Aug 2015 18,221 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 18,221 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 14,213 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Pass 28 May 2013 14,187 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 13,155 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 11,344 miles

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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P450 RSF is a 1997 Buell M2 in Yellow 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 P450 RSF, 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 P450 RSF registered?

P450 RSF is a 1997 Buell M2, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P450 RSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P450 RSF 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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