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P978 GNC

1997 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,142 mi
Last recorded19,142 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Buell M216,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP978 GNC
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 19,142 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 18,111 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 16,897 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 16,679 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 16,233 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,943 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 14,651 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 13,994 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 13,279 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 12,684 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 12,586 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 11,905 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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P978 GNC is a 1997 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P978 GNC, 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 P978 GNC registered?

P978 GNC is a 1997 Buell M2, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P978 GNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P978 GNC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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