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S42 NRG

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

5,572 mi
Last recorded5,572 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS42 NRG
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 5,572 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 5,546 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 5,532 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 5,518 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 5,465 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 5,404 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 4,936 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 4,859 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 4,477 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 4,290 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2007 4,058 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2007 4,058 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

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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S42 NRG is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 12,701 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 S42 NRG, 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 28 years old, this Buell S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S42 NRG registered?

S42 NRG is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S42 NRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S42 NRG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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