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Y61 TGE

2001 Buell M2

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

403 mi
Last recorded403 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Buell M211,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY61 TGE
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 403 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2014 246 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 115 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 60 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 2,795 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 2,727 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2006 2,727 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Buell M2?

Based on 4,056 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
472
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
402
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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Y61 TGE is a 2001 Buell M2 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 11,579 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 M2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y61 TGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell M2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y61 TGE registered?

Y61 TGE is a 2001 Buell M2, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y61 TGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y61 TGE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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