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LA02 VRY

2002 Buell M2

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,431 mi
Last recorded38,431 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 Buell M213,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 VRY
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 38,431 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 2 Jun 2022 38,429 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 May 2020 38,103 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 37,852 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 37,822 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 36,430 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 28,567 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 28,567 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 23,447 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 20,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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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LA02 VRY is a 2002 Buell M2 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LA02 VRY, 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 LA02 VRY registered?

LA02 VRY is a 2002 Buell M2, first registered on 19 August 2002.

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