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R148 RMW

1998 Buell S1

White Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,794 mi
Last recorded18,794 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR148 RMW
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 18,794 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 18,794 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 18,794 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 18,794 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 27 Apr 2017 18,794 miles

Direction indicators not working all (1.5.1c)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 18,794 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 18,794 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2014 18,362 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 30 May 2014 18,362 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 16,752 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 13,751 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 8,572 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 3,949 miles

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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R148 RMW is a 1998 Buell S1 in White with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R148 RMW, 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.

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What year was R148 RMW registered?

R148 RMW is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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