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Y146 DGK

2001 Buell X1

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,701 mi
Last recorded8,701 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Buell X111,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY146 DGK
MakeBuell
ModelX1
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 8,701 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 8,518 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 8,233 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 7,238 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 6,723 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 6,723 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 5,883 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 4,528 miles

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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Y146 DGK is a 2001 Buell X1 in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y146 DGK, 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 Y146 DGK registered?

Y146 DGK is a 2001 Buell X1, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y146 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y146 DGK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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