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X56 MBJ

2001 Buell S1

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,694 mi
Last recorded16,694 miles
Recorded on11 May 2011
Typical for 2001 Buell S113,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX56 MBJ
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2011 16,694 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 16,635 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 16,528 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 15,759 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 13,724 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 12,422 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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X56 MBJ is a 2001 Buell S1 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X56 MBJ, 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 X56 MBJ registered?

X56 MBJ is a 2001 Buell S1, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X56 MBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X56 MBJ shows 6 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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