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T783 JDB

1999 Buell S1

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

530 mi
Last recorded530 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Buell S112,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT783 JDB
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 530 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 41,369 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 40,703 miles

Offside Front Lower Front pads close to legal limit

Pass 25 May 2018 37,758 miles

Central Rear Lower Exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 13 May 2017 35,166 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 31,940 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 29,233 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 26,771 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 24,015 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 20,851 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 19,299 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 19,299 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 17,113 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 14,855 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 14,589 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 14,589 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 14,345 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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T783 JDB is a 1999 Buell S1 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1999 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 12,465 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 S1 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T783 JDB, 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 27 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 T783 JDB registered?

T783 JDB is a 1999 Buell S1, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T783 JDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T783 JDB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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