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Y142 VSK

2001 Buell S1

Silver Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,402 mi
Last recorded51,402 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Buell S113,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY142 VSK
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 51,402 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 51,101 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 50,999 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 50,515 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 50,492 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2014 49,572 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 48,033 miles

Front Mudguard slightly loose

Pass 26 Jan 2012 45,804 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 41,926 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 37,579 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 31,813 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 26,758 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 22,178 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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Y142 VSK is a 2001 Buell S1 in Silver with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y142 VSK, 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 Y142 VSK registered?

Y142 VSK is a 2001 Buell S1, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y142 VSK safe to buy?

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