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R98 BOO

1998 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

352 mi
Last recorded352 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR98 BOO
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2022 352 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 66,254 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 10,120 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016
Pass 27 May 2015

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2013
Pass 12 Apr 2012

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2011
Pass 31 Oct 2009 11 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 14,859 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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R98 BOO is a 1998 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R98 BOO, 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 R98 BOO registered?

R98 BOO is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is R98 BOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R98 BOO shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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