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R289 DKN

1997 Buell M2

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,571 mi
Last recorded22,571 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Buell M216,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 DKN
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2009 22,571 miles

front brake disc bobbins have a small amount of free play/movement.

Pass 3 Jul 2007 21,528 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2006 19,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R289 DKN is a 1997 Buell M2 in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R289 DKN, 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 R289 DKN registered?

R289 DKN is a 1997 Buell M2, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R289 DKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R289 DKN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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