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X707 VBK

2001 Buell X1

White Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,471 mi
Last recorded40,471 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Buell X111,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX707 VBK
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 40,471 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 37,424 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 34,444 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 32,195 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 30,792 miles

Headlamp mask fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2022 30,792 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2018 30,425 miles

Headlamp mask fitted

Fail 11 Oct 2018 30,425 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Kick up to the offside (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2017 30,425 miles

Mirrors damaged but useable

Pass 27 Nov 2015 28,863 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 28,404 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 28,091 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 27,708 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2009 27,118 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,118 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 26,908 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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X707 VBK is a 2001 Buell X1 in White with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Buell X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 11,972 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 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 X707 VBK, 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 25 years old, this Buell X1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X707 VBK registered?

X707 VBK is a 2001 Buell X1, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is X707 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X707 VBK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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