MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,902 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
cant see rear brake fluid level.
Drive belt excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
cant see rear brake fluid level.
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
How Reliable is the Buell S1?
Based on 4,320 MOT tests across 447 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R378 FBJ is a 1998 Buell S1 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1998 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 12,701 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 R378 FBJ, 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 28 years old, this Buell S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R378 FBJ registered?
R378 FBJ is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 29 May 1998.
Is R378 FBJ safe to buy?
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