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S329 VBJ

1999 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,093 mi
Last recorded28,093 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 1999 Buell S112,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS329 VBJ
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 28,093 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 27,284 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 26,129 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 24,568 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2013 24,568 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 23,787 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 23,094 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 23,036 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 19,656 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2009 19,656 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 16,523 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,688 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 14,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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S329 VBJ is a 1999 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 S329 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 S329 VBJ registered?

S329 VBJ is a 1999 Buell S1, first registered on 7 January 1999.

Is S329 VBJ safe to buy?

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