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K82 SBR

1998 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,610 mi
Last recorded26,610 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK82 SBR
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 26,610 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 26,610 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2016 26,513 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 25,439 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 24,251 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 23,264 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 22,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 20,770 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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K82 SBR is a 1998 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 16,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K82 SBR, 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 28 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K82 SBR registered?

K82 SBR is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is K82 SBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K82 SBR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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