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R243 DPV

1997 Buell M2

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,077 mi
Last recorded7,077 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Buell M216,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 DPV
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 7,077 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 7,028 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 6,937 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 6,783 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 6,783 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 6,550 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 6,480 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 6,204 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 5,823 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 5,518 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 4,983 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 4,257 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 3,499 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 3,068 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 3,068 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 20 May 2008 2,020 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2007 758 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 758 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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R243 DPV is a 1997 Buell M2 in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R243 DPV, 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 R243 DPV registered?

R243 DPV is a 1997 Buell M2, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R243 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R243 DPV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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