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S881 TNM

1998 Buell M2

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

9,079 mi
Last recorded9,079 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS881 TNM
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 9,079 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 8,660 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 8,660 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 7,800 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 7,134 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 6,183 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 5,559 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 5,096 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 4,422 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 4,422 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 3,322 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 3,310 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 3,310 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 2,219 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 2,187 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 2,050 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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S881 TNM is a 1998 Buell M2 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 16,960 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 S881 TNM, 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 28 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S881 TNM registered?

S881 TNM is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 23 November 1998.

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