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R182 RMW

1997 Buell S1

White Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,272 mi
Last recorded22,272 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR182 RMW
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 22,272 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 21,752 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 21,363 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 20,769 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 20,384 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 19,584 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 18,679 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 18,679 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 18,404 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 17,860 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 17,743 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 17,193 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 16,706 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 15,757 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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R182 RMW is a 1997 Buell S1 in White with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R182 RMW, 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 R182 RMW registered?

R182 RMW is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R182 RMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R182 RMW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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