CarVerify

Free Car Check

R52 FRT

1998 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,138 mi
Last recorded34,138 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Buell
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 FRT
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 34,138 miles

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)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 32,048 miles

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)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 30,718 miles

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)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 27,515 miles

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)

Pass 18 May 2010 13,123 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 19,831 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 17,680 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 16,931 miles

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.

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
Full Buell M2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R52 FRT?

You can check the full history of R52 FRT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

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.

Does R52 FRT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R52 FRT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.