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S879 KUB

1998 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,846 mi
Last recorded1,846 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS879 KUB
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2025 1,846 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose Shock absorber front mount (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 587 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 6 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 43,094 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 42,525 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 42,184 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 41,597 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 41,250 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 40,460 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 39,863 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 38,617 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 37,427 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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S879 KUB is a 1998 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 S879 KUB, 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 S879 KUB registered?

S879 KUB is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 5 December 1998.

Is S879 KUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S879 KUB shows 12 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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