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S509 EKN

1999 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

18,523 mi
Last recorded18,523 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Buell S112,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS509 EKN
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 18,523 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 18,096 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 17,816 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jun 2022 17,816 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 17,651 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2019 17,209 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 15,855 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 15,326 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2016 14,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no chain guard fitted

Pass 13 May 2015 12,656 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 12,461 miles

Rear brake pads wearing low

Small number plate fitted

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 23 May 2007 12,352 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 11,719 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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S509 EKN 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 92.3%.

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 S509 EKN, 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 S509 EKN registered?

S509 EKN is a 1999 Buell S1, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S509 EKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S509 EKN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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