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R154 VWR

1998 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,781 mi
Last recorded24,781 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR154 VWR
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 24,781 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 24,771 miles

Front inflated tyres,front and rear

Pass 7 May 2015 24,771 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 24,771 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 24,771 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 22,996 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 22,983 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 22,429 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 22,402 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 21,266 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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R154 VWR is a 1998 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 16,960 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 R154 VWR, 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 28 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R154 VWR registered?

R154 VWR is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 17 July 1998.

Is R154 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R154 VWR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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