MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,887 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive belt worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Offside Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Buell S1?
Based on 4,320 MOT tests across 447 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R963 YKJ is a 1997 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 R963 YKJ, 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 R963 YKJ registered?
R963 YKJ is a 1997 Buell S1, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R963 YKJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R963 YKJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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