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R94 EGK

1997 Buell S1

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,896 mi
Last recorded23,896 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 EGK
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 23,896 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 23,859 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 23,476 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 23,046 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 22,995 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 22,647 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 22,534 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 22,141 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 21,665 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 20,924 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 20,103 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 19,349 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 18,194 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 16,936 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 15,735 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 15,735 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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R94 EGK is a 1997 Buell S1 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R94 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 R94 EGK registered?

R94 EGK is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R94 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R94 EGK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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