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R93 EGK

1997 Buell S1

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

9,101 mi
Last recorded9,101 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR93 EGK
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 9,101 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 8,682 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 8,523 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 7,963 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 7,752 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 7,128 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 7,128 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 7,088 miles

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

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 6,804 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 6,663 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 6,313 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 6,185 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 6,185 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 5,614 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 5,386 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 4,818 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 4,622 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 4,260 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 4,110 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 3,854 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 3,006 miles

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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R93 EGK is a 1997 Buell S1 in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R93 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R93 EGK registered?

R93 EGK is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R93 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R93 EGK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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