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W54 VGY

2000 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,010 mi
Last recorded23,010 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 2000 Buell S114,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW54 VGY
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 23,010 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 22,525 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 22,525 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 22,212 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 22,115 miles

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

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 21,777 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 20,942 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 20,466 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 19,737 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 17,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 16,470 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 15,521 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 15,507 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2010 14,754 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 13,294 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 11,841 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 10,980 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 10,154 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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W54 VGY is a 2000 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W54 VGY, 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 W54 VGY registered?

W54 VGY is a 2000 Buell S1, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W54 VGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W54 VGY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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