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Y623 YBK

2001 Buell M2

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,028 mi
Last recorded17,028 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 Buell M211,579 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY623 YBK
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2012 17,028 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 16 May 2011 17,012 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 17 May 2010 16,658 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 14,636 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 10,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 30 Jul 2007 10,893 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 7,319 miles

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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Y623 YBK 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 71.4%.

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 Y623 YBK, 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 Y623 YBK registered?

Y623 YBK is a 2001 Buell M2, first registered on 5 June 2001.

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