MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,138 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Buell M2?
Based on 4,056 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R52 FRT is a 1998 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1998 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 16,960 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 R52 FRT, 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 28 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R52 FRT registered?
R52 FRT is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 9 July 1998.
Is R52 FRT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R52 FRT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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