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S755 ONL

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,387 mi
Last recorded29,387 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS755 ONL
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 29,387 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 29,211 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 27,984 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 26,619 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 24,675 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 22,268 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 19,778 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 16,951 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 16,951 miles

Offside Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2017 16,088 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 14,301 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 12,537 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 12,522 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 11,510 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 12,300 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011
Pass 16 Jul 2010
Pass 26 Mar 2007 10,077 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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S755 ONL is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S755 ONL, 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 S755 ONL?

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What year was S755 ONL registered?

S755 ONL is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 22 December 1998.

Is S755 ONL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S755 ONL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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