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S780 GGC

1998 Buell M2

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,761 mi
Last recorded19,761 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS780 GGC
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2010 19,761 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 19,752 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 19,752 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 17,892 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 16,531 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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S780 GGC is a 1998 Buell M2 in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S780 GGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S780 GGC?

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What year was S780 GGC registered?

S780 GGC is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S780 GGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S780 GGC 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.

Does S780 GGC have outstanding finance?

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