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R725 CUB

1997 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

23,955 mi
Last recorded23,955 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR725 CUB
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 23,955 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 22,913 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 21,911 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 20,995 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 20,451 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Import headlight image corrected with tape

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 19,465 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 18,327 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 16,901 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 15,486 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 May 2016 15,412 miles

Drive belt excessively loose. (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 May 2015 13,331 miles

Drive belt excessively loose. (6.2.1d)

Headlamp image taped

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2015 13,331 miles

Headlamp image taped

Pass 9 Aug 2011 13,291 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 13,291 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 12,996 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 12,665 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 12,647 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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R725 CUB is a 1997 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 R725 CUB, 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 R725 CUB registered?

R725 CUB is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R725 CUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R725 CUB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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