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R679 PRG

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,452 mi
Last recorded5,452 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR679 PRG
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 5,452 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 5,450 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 5,448 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 5,445 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 5,443 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 5,441 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 5,431 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 5,415 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 5,415 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 4,979 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 4,977 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 13 May 2006 4,977 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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R679 PRG is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R679 PRG, 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 R679 PRG registered?

R679 PRG is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R679 PRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R679 PRG shows 12 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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