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R18 UEL

1997 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,990 mi
Last recorded14,990 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR18 UEL
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 14,990 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 14,836 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 14,584 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 14,349 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 14,110 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 13,909 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 13,723 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 13,454 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 13,268 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 13,052 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 12,834 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 12,610 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 12,428 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 12,223 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 11,877 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 11,058 miles

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear reg plate

Pass 21 Jul 2006 9,340 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 6,260 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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R18 UEL is a 1997 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R18 UEL, 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 R18 UEL registered?

R18 UEL is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R18 UEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R18 UEL shows 18 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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