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W492 FUG

2000 Buell X1

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,848 mi
Last recorded26,848 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Buell X112,875 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW492 FUG
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 26,848 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 26,479 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 25,928 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 25,928 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2022 25,322 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 24,893 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 24,555 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 23,810 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 23,452 miles

Central Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Metal nail in rear tyre central tread

Pass 6 Jun 2017 23,101 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 22,713 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 21,695 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 21,264 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 20,666 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 20,666 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 20,071 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 19,126 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 18,259 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 17,528 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 16,928 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 15,904 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 14,206 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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W492 FUG is a 2000 Buell X1 in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2000 Buell X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 12,875 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 W492 FUG, 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 26 years old, this Buell X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W492 FUG registered?

W492 FUG is a 2000 Buell X1, first registered on 9 June 2000.

Is W492 FUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W492 FUG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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