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R539 ONL

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,183 mi
Last recorded25,183 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR539 ONL
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 25,183 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 23,460 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 20,780 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 20,780 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 16,697 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 13,797 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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R539 ONL is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R539 ONL, 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.

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What year was R539 ONL registered?

R539 ONL is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R539 ONL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R539 ONL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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