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P213 LYA

1997 Buell S1

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

35,206 mi
Last recorded35,206 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP213 LYA
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 35,206 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2024 31,833 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 31,833 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 29,435 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 29,390 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Oct 2022 26,588 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 24,141 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2021 24,141 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 22,143 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear brake caliper secure but not correctly located.

Pass 19 Jul 2018 20,785 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 20,779 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 17,796 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 17,796 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 17,441 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 17,193 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 16,673 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 16,643 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 16,509 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 16,174 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 12,183 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 11,519 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 11,519 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 11,042 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 11,042 miles

How Reliable is the Buell S1?

Based on 4,320 MOT tests across 447 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
447
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 15
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 13
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P213 LYA is a 1997 Buell S1 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1997 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 13,896 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 S1 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P213 LYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Buell S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P213 LYA registered?

P213 LYA is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P213 LYA safe to buy?

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