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R772 DJW

1998 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,539 mi
Last recorded11,539 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR772 DJW
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 11,539 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fuel pipe slightly perished

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Oct 2017 11,539 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fuel pipe slightly perished

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 11,257 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 10,895 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 10,883 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 10,303 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 9,189 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 9,189 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 8,899 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 8,476 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 8,476 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 8,290 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 6,358 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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R772 DJW is a 1998 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 16,960 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 R772 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 28 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R772 DJW registered?

R772 DJW is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R772 DJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R772 DJW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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