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R100 VEE

1997 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,273 mi
Last recorded17,273 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR100 VEE
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 17,273 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 16,792 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 16,210 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 15,566 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 14,972 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 14,184 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 13,353 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 12,982 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 10,696 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 10,655 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 8,161 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 7,956 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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R100 VEE is a 1997 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R100 VEE, 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 R100 VEE registered?

R100 VEE is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R100 VEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R100 VEE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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