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W96 SYC

2000 Buell S1

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,539 mi
Last recorded22,539 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Buell S114,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW96 SYC
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 22,539 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 22,432 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake hose slightly damaged at head set (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 22,265 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 21,707 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 20,703 miles

Central Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play slight free play to bearings (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 May 2017 17,024 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 14,718 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 13,378 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 12,487 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 11,665 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 11 May 2012 11,642 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,164 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 10,758 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 10,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 9,519 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 9,519 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Buell S1?

Based on 4,320 MOT tests across 447 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
447
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 15
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 13
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W96 SYC is a 2000 Buell S1 in Blue 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 S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 14,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell S1 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W96 SYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Buell S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W96 SYC registered?

W96 SYC is a 2000 Buell S1, first registered on 25 August 2000.

Is W96 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W96 SYC 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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