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W498 WGC

2000 Buell M2

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Buell M213,223 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW498 WGC
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026
Fail 12 Feb 2026

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 16,010 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023
Pass 20 May 2022 15,314 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 14,936 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 13,129 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 12,477 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 11,198 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 6,272 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 1 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 1 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 13,481 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 12,504 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 11,688 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 11,111 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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W498 WGC is a 2000 Buell M2 in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 13,223 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 W498 WGC, 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 26 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W498 WGC registered?

W498 WGC is a 2000 Buell M2, first registered on 22 May 2000.

Is W498 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W498 WGC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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