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S477 TND

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,456 mi
Last recorded17,456 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS477 TND
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 17,456 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 17,456 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working bulb blown (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2025 17,258 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed slightly chaffed where oil drain pipe has been cable tied to it (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 16,962 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 16,713 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 15,954 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 15,831 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 15,245 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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S477 TND is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S477 TND, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S477 TND registered?

S477 TND is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is S477 TND safe to buy?

The MOT history for S477 TND shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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