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R91 EGK

1997 Buell S1

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,769 mi
Last recorded7,769 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR91 EGK
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 7,769 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 6,865 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 6,852 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 2,394 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 122 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2015 122 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 1,075 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 1,075 miles

Centre Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Pass 2 May 2009 10,987 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 9,966 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 7,511 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 7,489 miles

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

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

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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R91 EGK is a 1997 Buell S1 in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R91 EGK, 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 R91 EGK registered?

R91 EGK is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R91 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R91 EGK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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