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S857 CSC

1999 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,800 mi
Last recorded9,800 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2010
Typical for 1999 Buell M213,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS857 CSC
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2010 9,800 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 9,792 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 9,792 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 9,753 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 9,753 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 8,983 miles

How Reliable is the Buell M2?

Based on 4,056 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
472
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
402
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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S857 CSC is a 1999 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 13,322 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 M2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S857 CSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell M2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S857 CSC registered?

S857 CSC is a 1999 Buell M2, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S857 CSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S857 CSC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S857 CSC have outstanding finance?

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