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W218 PBB

2000 Buell S1

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

585 mi
Last recorded585 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2009
Typical for 2000 Buell S114,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW218 PBB
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2009 585 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2009
Pass 8 Apr 2008
Pass 1 Dec 2006

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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W218 PBB is a 2000 Buell S1 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 14,580 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 W218 PBB, 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 26 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 W218 PBB registered?

W218 PBB is a 2000 Buell S1, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W218 PBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W218 PBB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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