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S51 NRG

1998 Buell S1

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,945 mi
Last recorded23,945 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS51 NRG
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 23,945 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 23,635 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 23,635 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2011 22,718 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 22,718 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2010 20,135 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 19,617 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 19,303 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 18,166 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 17,282 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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S51 NRG is a 1998 Buell S1 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 S51 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S51 NRG?

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What year was S51 NRG registered?

S51 NRG is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 23 December 1998.

Is S51 NRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S51 NRG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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