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B4 UEL

2001 Buell X1

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

16,352 mi
Last recorded16,352 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Buell X111,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 UEL
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 16,352 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 15,927 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 15,804 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 15,507 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 15,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 15,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 14,950 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 14,950 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 14,544 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 1,495 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,586 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 13,105 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 12,484 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 11,967 miles

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

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

Rear Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 10,755 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 9,844 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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B4 UEL is a 2001 Buell X1 in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B4 UEL, 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 B4 UEL registered?

B4 UEL is a 2001 Buell X1, first registered on 17 August 2001.

Is B4 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 UEL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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