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Y153 UGO

2001 Buell S1

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

14,011 mi
Last recorded14,011 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Buell S113,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY153 UGO
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 14,011 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 13,120 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 11,779 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 11,755 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2022 10,845 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 10,247 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 10,186 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front foot rest rubber slightly worn

Pass 29 May 2018 9,999 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 9,652 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 9,607 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 9,512 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 9,343 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 8,689 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 8,689 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,124 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 7,414 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 7,405 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 7,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 6,389 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 4,749 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

gear lever loose on mounting bolt

Fail 7 Jun 2007 4,749 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

gear lever loose on mounting bolt

Pass 31 May 2006 4,419 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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Y153 UGO is a 2001 Buell S1 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y153 UGO, 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 Y153 UGO registered?

Y153 UGO is a 2001 Buell S1, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y153 UGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y153 UGO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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