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AY51 CDE

2001 Buell M2

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,672 mi
Last recorded25,672 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Buell M211,579 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 CDE
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 25,672 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 23,820 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 21,718 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 21,504 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2012 21,504 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2009 21,323 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 21,323 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 19,423 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 18,442 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 17,750 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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AY51 CDE is a 2001 Buell M2 in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 11,579 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 AY51 CDE, 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 25 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY51 CDE registered?

AY51 CDE is a 2001 Buell M2, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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