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YJ51 LTV

2001 Buell S1

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

32,959 mi
Last recorded32,959 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Buell S113,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ51 LTV
MakeBuell
ModelS1
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 32,959 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Some leds not working on rear indicators but they are flashing

Tested as single seat bike,no rear foot pegs fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Apr 2016 31,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

structure and footrest hangers are corroded

Fail 5 Apr 2016 31,939 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

structure and footrest hangers are corroded

Fail 22 Apr 2015 27,247 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 27,247 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 27,236 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Fail 7 Feb 2015 26,275 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Feb 2014 17,004 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 17,004 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 15,325 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 14,792 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 7,173 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 7,007 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 6,745 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 6,384 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 6,186 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 6,186 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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YJ51 LTV is a 2001 Buell S1 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 YJ51 LTV, 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 YJ51 LTV registered?

YJ51 LTV is a 2001 Buell S1, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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