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DK51 BWX

2001 Buell X1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

25,374 mi
Last recorded25,374 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Buell X111,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 BWX
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 25,374 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 24,312 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 24,298 miles

Central Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 24,284 miles

Central Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Central Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Lower Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 23,888 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 23,875 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 23,226 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 22,346 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 22,346 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 16 Jul 2014 21,923 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 21,923 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 21,160 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 20,494 miles

Slight "HUM" in front wheel bearings

Fail 2 Oct 2010 19,316 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 19,316 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 16,577 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 14,328 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 12,936 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 11,627 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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DK51 BWX is a 2001 Buell X1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 DK51 BWX, 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 DK51 BWX registered?

DK51 BWX is a 2001 Buell X1, first registered on 7 September 2001.

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