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R872 HGK

1997 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

275 mi
Last recorded275 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Buell M216,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR872 HGK
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2010 275 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 397 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 397 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 676 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 2 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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R872 HGK is a 1997 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 16,756 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 R872 HGK, 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 29 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R872 HGK?

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What year was R872 HGK registered?

R872 HGK is a 1997 Buell M2, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R872 HGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R872 HGK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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