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R707 ADP

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,158 mi
Last recorded24,158 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR707 ADP
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 24,158 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 23,961 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 23,599 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 23,363 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 22,938 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 21,986 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 21,725 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 20,932 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 20,458 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 20,458 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 18,081 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 18,081 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2009 14,566 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 11,583 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 11,381 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 9,683 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 May 2006 7,058 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 6,169 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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R707 ADP is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R707 ADP, 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 R707 ADP registered?

R707 ADP is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R707 ADP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R707 ADP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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