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LF51 CUW

2001 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Buell M211,579 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 CUW
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2022

daytime use only

Pass 28 Mar 2019
Fail 28 Mar 2019

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Apr 2017
Pass 29 Jul 2015
Pass 31 Jul 2014
Pass 12 Jul 2013
Fail 9 May 2011 33,096 miles

Centre Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Front Upper Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2011 33,096 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 29,138 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 24,110 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 22,111 miles

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

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

rear brake piston corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2006 17,621 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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LF51 CUW is a 2001 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 11,579 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 LF51 CUW, 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 25 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF51 CUW registered?

LF51 CUW is a 2001 Buell M2, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is LF51 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 CUW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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