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R776 TCR

1997 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

14,762 mi
Last recorded14,762 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR776 TCR
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 14,762 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 14,675 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 14,426 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 14,009 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 13,573 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 13,573 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 12,586 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 11,981 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 11,981 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 21 May 2012 11,440 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2012 11,440 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 May 2011 10,908 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 10,198 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 9,732 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 9,732 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 8,785 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 8,785 miles

Drive belt excessively loose. (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 7,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2006 7,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R776 TCR is a 1997 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 R776 TCR, 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 R776 TCR registered?

R776 TCR is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R776 TCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R776 TCR shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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