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V229 KVH

1999 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,790 mi
Last recorded26,790 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Buell S112,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV229 KVH
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 26,790 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 26,090 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 26,090 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022
Pass 7 Jun 2021
Pass 18 Apr 2019
Pass 30 Jul 2016

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 26,090 miles

front tyre worn unevenly

indicators flash fast

play in gear pedal pivot

Pass 27 Jul 2011 26,090 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front and rear brake pads worn low

Pass 12 Apr 2010 26,090 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 26,090 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 25,659 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 25,494 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 18,736 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 16,924 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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V229 KVH is a 1999 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V229 KVH, 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.

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What year was V229 KVH registered?

V229 KVH is a 1999 Buell S1, first registered on 8 November 1999.

Is V229 KVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V229 KVH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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