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R963 YKJ

1997 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,887 mi
Last recorded20,887 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Buell S113,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR963 YKJ
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 20,887 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 20,086 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 19,112 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 19,103 miles

Drive belt worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 17,952 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 17,542 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 16,616 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 16,616 miles

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)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 14,105 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 13,637 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 12,808 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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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?

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