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V890 MKJ

1999 Buell X1

Yellow Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,512 mi
Last recorded21,512 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Buell X117,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV890 MKJ
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 21,512 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 21,016 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 19,832 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 19,510 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 19,239 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 19,089 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2008 18,759 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 18,269 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 18,269 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 17,139 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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V890 MKJ is a 1999 Buell X1 in Yellow with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V890 MKJ, 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 V890 MKJ registered?

V890 MKJ is a 1999 Buell X1, first registered on 18 September 1999.

Is V890 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V890 MKJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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