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P865 VWX

1997 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,279 mi
Last recorded41,279 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Buell M216,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP865 VWX
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2018 41,279 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 41,257 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 41,210 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 37,715 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 36,837 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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P865 VWX is a 1997 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P865 VWX, 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 P865 VWX registered?

P865 VWX is a 1997 Buell M2, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P865 VWX safe to buy?

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