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S481 LGC

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,853 mi
Last recorded35,853 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS481 LGC
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 35,853 miles

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 35,247 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 34,343 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 33,319 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 32,723 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 28,223 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2008 28,223 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 26,345 miles

as per original vt32

Fail 8 Sep 2007 26,314 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 24,070 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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S481 LGC is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S481 LGC, 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 S481 LGC registered?

S481 LGC is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S481 LGC safe to buy?

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