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R390 WOC

1997 Buell S1

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,597 mi
Last recorded10,597 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR390 WOC
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 10,597 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 8,280 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 16 May 2012 7,200 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 16 May 2012 7,200 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 May 2011 6,735 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 6,438 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 5,890 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 5,348 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 5,302 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 5,195 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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R390 WOC is a 1997 Buell S1 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 13,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R390 WOC, 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 29 years old, this Buell S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R390 WOC?

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What year was R390 WOC registered?

R390 WOC is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is R390 WOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R390 WOC 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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