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R671 DJW

1997 Buell M2

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

34,600 mi
Last recorded34,600 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Buell M216,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR671 DJW
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 34,600 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 34,600 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 34,600 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 34,200 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 34,200 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011
Fail 9 Apr 2011

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 33,992 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 33,643 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 32,583 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2006 32,583 miles

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
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R671 DJW is a 1997 Buell M2 in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 16,756 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 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 R671 DJW, 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 29 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R671 DJW registered?

R671 DJW is a 1997 Buell M2, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R671 DJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R671 DJW 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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