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S327 VBJ

1999 Buell S1

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,560 mi
Last recorded27,560 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Buell S112,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS327 VBJ
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 27,560 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 27,400 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 26,797 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 25,961 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 25,331 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 24,840 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 24,381 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 May 2017 24,314 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 24,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 May 2015 24,084 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 May 2014 23,714 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 22 May 2014 23,714 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 May 2013 22,725 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 22,718 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 22,525 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 21,727 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 19,757 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 16,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 13,918 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 11,583 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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S327 VBJ is a 1999 Buell S1 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1999 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 12,465 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 S327 VBJ, 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 27 years old, this Buell S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S327 VBJ registered?

S327 VBJ is a 1999 Buell S1, first registered on 7 January 1999.

Is S327 VBJ safe to buy?

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