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WK02 TXY

2002 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

21,920 mi
Last recorded21,920 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Buell M213,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 TXY
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 21,920 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 20,948 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 20,948 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2023 20,701 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 17,351 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 16,474 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 16,462 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 15,289 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 14,237 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2014 14,199 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 13,825 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 13,430 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2011 13,406 miles

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

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))

Pass 10 Jul 2010 12,455 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 11,242 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 9,737 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2007 8,478 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2006 5,501 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 5,501 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Buell M2?

Based on 4,056 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
472
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
402
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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WK02 TXY is a 2002 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2002 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 13,194 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 M2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK02 TXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell M2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WK02 TXY registered?

WK02 TXY is a 2002 Buell M2, first registered on 16 April 2002.

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