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M2 BUE

1998 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,831 mi
Last recorded16,831 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM2 BUE
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 16,831 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 15,934 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 15,599 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 15,245 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 14,825 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 14,378 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 13,955 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 12,816 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 12,159 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 11,393 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 10,158 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 8,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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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M2 BUE is a 1998 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M2 BUE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M2 BUE registered?

M2 BUE is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is M2 BUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M2 BUE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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