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T987 KVX

1999 Buell X1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,505 mi
Last recorded28,505 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Buell X117,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT987 KVX
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 28,505 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 25,373 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 25,373 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 24,385 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 23,848 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 23,446 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 21,472 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 21,429 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 20,238 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 19,267 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 17,479 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2010 17,479 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 16,449 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 16,446 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 18 Jun 2009 16,432 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 15,703 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 14,434 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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T987 KVX is a 1999 Buell X1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 T987 KVX, 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.

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What year was T987 KVX registered?

T987 KVX is a 1999 Buell X1, first registered on 7 July 1999.

Is T987 KVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T987 KVX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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