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R695 PRG

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

12,258 mi
Last recorded12,258 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR695 PRG
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 12,258 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 11,211 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 11,169 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 10,717 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 10,165 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 9,889 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 9,509 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 9,508 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 9,125 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 8,662 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 8,662 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 8,287 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 7,331 miles
Fail 7 May 2007 7,331 miles

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

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

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 PRG is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R695 PRG registered?

R695 PRG is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R695 PRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R695 PRG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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