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Y853 XBN

2001 Buell S1

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,652 mi
Last recorded13,652 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Buell S113,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY853 XBN
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 13,652 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 13,600 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 13,494 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 13,266 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,272 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 13,561 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 13,406 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 12,014 miles

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 11,725 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 11,538 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 11,129 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 10,356 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 9,018 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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Y853 XBN is a 2001 Buell S1 in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y853 XBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y853 XBN registered?

Y853 XBN is a 2001 Buell S1, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y853 XBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y853 XBN shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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