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S906 JLY

1999 Buell X1

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

16,249 mi
Last recorded16,249 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Buell X117,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS906 JLY
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 16,249 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 15,876 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 15,650 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 14,952 miles
Fail 28 May 2022 14,952 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 14,027 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 13,698 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 15,053 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 14,476 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 14,466 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 13,984 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 13,972 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 12,510 miles

How Reliable is the Buell X1?

Based on 2,841 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
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S906 JLY is a 1999 Buell X1 in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Buell X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 17,116 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 X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S906 JLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Buell X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S906 JLY?

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What year was S906 JLY registered?

S906 JLY is a 1999 Buell X1, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S906 JLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S906 JLY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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