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X197 JSJ

2000 Buell X1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

13,425 mi
Last recorded13,425 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Buell X112,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX197 JSJ
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 13,425 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 13,425 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 May 2025 13,387 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 13,118 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 12,875 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 12,875 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 12,499 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 12,499 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 12,273 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 12,273 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 11,718 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 11,718 miles

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 10,537 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 9,745 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 8,722 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 5,935 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 9,833 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 6,863 miles

How Reliable is the Buell X1?

Based on 2,841 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
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X197 JSJ is a 2000 Buell X1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2000 Buell X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 12,875 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X197 JSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Buell X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X197 JSJ registered?

X197 JSJ is a 2000 Buell X1, first registered on 1 November 2000.

Is X197 JSJ safe to buy?

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