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799 ALV

1997 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,403 mi
Last recorded18,403 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration799 ALV
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 18,403 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 18,075 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 18,075 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 17,793 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2012 17,793 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 17,562 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 17,562 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 17,460 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 13,964 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 13,963 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 13,518 miles

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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799 ALV is a 1997 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 13,896 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 S1 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 799 ALV, 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 29 years old, this Buell S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 799 ALV?

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What year was 799 ALV registered?

799 ALV is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is 799 ALV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 799 ALV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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