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R404 LSC

1998 Buell S1

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

20,539 mi
Last recorded20,539 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 LSC
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 20,539 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight play in floating disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear brake disc appears to have been contaminated in the past but brake efficiency is good

Fail 25 Jul 2025 20,539 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight play in floating disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear brake disc appears to have been contaminated in the past but brake efficiency is good

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 20,489 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight play in floating disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Speedo cable missing

Pass 13 Apr 2023 20,489 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 20,489 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 20,470 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Mar 2022 20,447 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 20,205 miles

Rear wheel bearings slightly rough when rotated

Pass 29 Jan 2018 19,992 miles

Oil leak ()

front exhaust stay broken but system not insecure

Pass 8 Apr 2014 19,773 miles

left handle bar grip slightly loose

rear flexi hose clamp loose

Pass 6 Oct 2006 17,220 miles

There is perceptible play in the gear shift linkage.

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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R404 LSC is a 1998 Buell S1 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R404 LSC, 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

How do I check the history of R404 LSC?

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What year was R404 LSC registered?

R404 LSC is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R404 LSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 LSC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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