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R553 TKM

1997 Buell S1

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,480 mi
Last recorded25,480 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR553 TKM
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 25,480 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2021 25,480 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2014 25,460 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 25,394 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 23,569 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 21,617 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 19,574 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 16,409 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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R553 TKM is a 1997 Buell S1 in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R553 TKM, 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 R553 TKM registered?

R553 TKM is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R553 TKM safe to buy?

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