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SM08 FGC

2008 Buell 1125 R

Black Petrol 1125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,704 mi
Last recorded19,704 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Buell 1125 R10,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 FGC
MakeBuell
Model1125 R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 19,704 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 19,698 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 15,386 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 14,051 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 12,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 11,743 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 11,743 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 8,996 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 7,667 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 7,664 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 4,072 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 4,072 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2011 4,042 miles

How Reliable is the Buell 1125 R?

Based on 1,056 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
474
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
Direction indicators not working 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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SM08 FGC is a 2008 Buell 1125 R in Black with a 1,125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Buell 1125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 10,514 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 1125 R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM08 FGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell 1125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Buell 1125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM08 FGC registered?

SM08 FGC is a 2008 Buell 1125 R, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is SM08 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 FGC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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