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T838 KBL

1999 Buell M2

Yellow Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,163 mi
Last recorded29,163 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 1999 Buell M213,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT838 KBL
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 29,163 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Attached to master cylinder (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2022 29,131 miles

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear swingarm bearing excessive play (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 28,973 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2016 28,760 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 28,238 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 27,717 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 8,435 miles

slightly discolored number plate...

Pass 28 Jul 2007 21,751 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 20,583 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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T838 KBL is a 1999 Buell M2 in Yellow with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 13,322 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 T838 KBL, 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 27 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T838 KBL registered?

T838 KBL is a 1999 Buell M2, first registered on 12 March 1999.

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