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P689 SDX

1997 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,046 mi
Last recorded23,046 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP689 SDX
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 23,046 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 23,044 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 23,044 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 22,774 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2010 22,774 miles

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 22,009 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 22,009 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 21,358 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 6 Sep 2007 21,350 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 May 2007 20,860 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 May 2006 20,646 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 20,646 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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P689 SDX is a 1997 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P689 SDX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P689 SDX registered?

P689 SDX is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 7 June 1997.

Is P689 SDX safe to buy?

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