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R314 VBM

1997 Buell S1

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,484 mi
Last recorded34,484 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR314 VBM
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 34,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 34,053 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 33,151 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 33,151 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 33,151 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 33,090 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 32,829 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 32,077 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 31,776 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 31,221 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 30,598 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 41,313 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 37,999 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 36,198 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 33,629 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 28,374 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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R314 VBM is a 1997 Buell S1 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 R314 VBM, 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 R314 VBM registered?

R314 VBM is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is R314 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R314 VBM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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