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Y918 BWP

2001 Buell M2

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,842 mi
Last recorded17,842 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Buell M211,579 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY918 BWP
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2025 17,842 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 17,426 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 17,351 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 17,207 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 17,096 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 16,419 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 16,159 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 15,920 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slight runout (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 15,588 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 15,121 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 14,583 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 13,478 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 12,998 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 12,792 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 12,001 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 11,960 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 11,752 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 11,661 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 9,954 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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Y918 BWP is a 2001 Buell M2 in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y918 BWP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y918 BWP registered?

Y918 BWP is a 2001 Buell M2, first registered on 30 July 2001.

Is Y918 BWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y918 BWP shows 19 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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