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X14 TAG

2001 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

46,276 mi
Last recorded46,276 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Buell S113,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX14 TAG
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 46,276 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 45,936 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2024 45,811 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 45,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 45,005 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 44,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 44,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 43,931 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 43,408 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 42,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 42,489 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 May 2014 40,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 10 May 2014 40,782 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 39,019 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 39,012 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 33,299 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 24,884 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 15,937 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 9,076 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 6 Apr 2009 9,070 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 17 Apr 2008 1,716 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 1,716 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 914 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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X14 TAG is a 2001 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Buell S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 13,561 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 X14 TAG, 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 25 years old, this Buell S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X14 TAG registered?

X14 TAG is a 2001 Buell S1, first registered on 19 June 2001.

Is X14 TAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X14 TAG shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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