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R160 JKP

1998 Buell S1

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,832 mi
Last recorded17,832 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR160 JKP
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 17,832 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 17,727 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 17,411 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 17,411 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 16,777 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 16,297 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 15,957 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 15,556 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 14,698 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 13,734 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 13,332 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 12,701 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 12,701 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 12,102 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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R160 JKP is a 1998 Buell S1 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R160 JKP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R160 JKP registered?

R160 JKP is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R160 JKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R160 JKP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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