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R695 DJA

1998 Buell S1

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,696 mi
Last recorded9,696 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR695 DJA
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 9,696 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 9,282 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 8,119 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 7,206 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 6,407 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 6,156 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 5,980 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 5,980 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,529 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jul 2009 5,318 miles

advise float on front disc .

Pass 10 Jul 2008 5,035 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 4,491 miles

Centre Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2007 4,491 miles

Centre Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 4,340 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

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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R695 DJA is a 1998 Buell S1 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R695 DJA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R695 DJA registered?

R695 DJA is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R695 DJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R695 DJA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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