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S642 WTU

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,347 mi
Last recorded15,347 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS642 WTU
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 15,347 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2026 15,347 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 14,454 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 14,439 miles

Single seat only- No rear footpegs

Fail 8 Jun 2023 14,424 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Single seat only- No rear footpegs

Pass 31 May 2022 14,240 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Fail 31 May 2022 14,240 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 10 Mar 2021 14,168 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 13,591 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 13,569 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 May 2009 13,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 May 2009 13,531 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,520 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 13,324 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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S642 WTU is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S642 WTU, 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 S642 WTU registered?

S642 WTU is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S642 WTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S642 WTU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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