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S866 MGO

1998 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,263 mi
Last recorded15,263 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Buell S112,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS866 MGO
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2015 15,263 miles

Check drive belt tension

Pass 6 Nov 2013 14,931 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 14,784 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 14,720 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 14,515 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 14,515 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 13,826 miles

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 13,208 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 11,953 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 10,328 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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S866 MGO is a 1998 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S866 MGO, 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

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What year was S866 MGO registered?

S866 MGO is a 1998 Buell S1, first registered on 20 November 1998.

Is S866 MGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S866 MGO shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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