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AY51 EHU

2001 Buell X1

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

11,616 mi
Last recorded11,616 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Buell X111,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 EHU
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 11,616 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread remaining, legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2025 10,806 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 10,422 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm remaining, legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 9,855 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 9,253 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 8,464 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 7,602 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 7,590 miles

Stop lamp not working When rear brake lever is applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 6,618 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2016 6,236 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2013 5,880 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 5,880 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 5,443 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 4,614 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 4,609 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 3,487 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 2,510 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 1,512 miles

Front 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 26 Apr 2006 18 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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AY51 EHU is a 2001 Buell X1 in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Buell X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 11,972 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 AY51 EHU, 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 25 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 AY51 EHU registered?

AY51 EHU is a 2001 Buell X1, first registered on 15 September 2001.

Is AY51 EHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY51 EHU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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