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B7 UEL

2002 Buell M2

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

1,212 mi
Last recorded1,212 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Buell M213,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 UEL
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 1,212 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 1,176 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim right side (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Footrest slightly loose circlip missing right side riders footrest (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 1,176 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim right side (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Footrest slightly loose circlip missing right side riders footrest (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 1,081 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 958 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 506 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 799 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 743 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)

Fail 23 May 2017 743 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 reflector on sidecar incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 670 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 276 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 241 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 208 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 198 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 132 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 12,781 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 11,598 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 10,142 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 10,021 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 9,612 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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B7 UEL is a 2002 Buell M2 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 13,194 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 B7 UEL, 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 24 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B7 UEL registered?

B7 UEL is a 2002 Buell M2, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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