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L18 UEL

2002 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,901 mi
Last recorded17,901 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Buell M213,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 UEL
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 17,901 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 17,392 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 16,850 miles
Pass 7 May 2023 16,419 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 15,735 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2022 15,735 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2011 15,207 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 13,496 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 12,135 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 10,176 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 9,554 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 7,096 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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L18 UEL is a 2002 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 L18 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 L18 UEL registered?

L18 UEL is a 2002 Buell M2, first registered on 11 April 2002.

Is L18 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L18 UEL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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