Buell M2 Cyclone

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,200 cc

T87 CBLMOT history

T87 CBL is a yellow petrol Buell M2 Cyclone first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 18,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jul 2027
Mileage
18,596 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T87 CBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Buell
Model
M2 Cyclone
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T87 CBL was last recorded at 18,596 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
18,384 miles · 19 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
212 miles
Average per year
586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 18,596 miles
  • 2025 – 18,384 miles
  • 2024 – 18,050 miles
  • 2023 – 17,882 miles
  • 2022 – 17,540 miles
  • 2021 – 17,219 miles
  • 2020 – 16,820 miles
  • 2015 – 16,813 miles
  • 2007 – 13,001 miles
  • 2006 – 6,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,596 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive belt slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,596 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    18,596 miles
    Test number
    347358074540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass18,384 miles (+334)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    18,384 miles
    Test number
    984430202309
    • AdvisoryBrake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryLast digit of mileage counter difficult to read
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from oil tank overflow due to oil level being too high

  3. Pass18,050 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    18,050 miles
    Test number
    941726628913
    • AdvisoryDrive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryLast digit on milage display difficult to read
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush further to the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressures low but have been adjusted

  4. Fail18,050 miles (+168)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,050 miles
    Test number
    729089910968
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryLast digit on milage display difficult to read
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush further to the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressures low but have been adjusted

  5. Pass17,882 miles (+342)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    17,882 miles
    Test number
    844215803285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass17,540 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    17,540 miles
    Test number
    520206822944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass17,219 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    17,219 miles
    Test number
    108730586316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass16,820 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    16,820 miles
    Test number
    446802800185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail16,813 miles (+3,812)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,813 miles
    Test number
    619224887517
    • FailureDrive belt excessively loose. (6.2.1d)
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
    • FailureFront Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
    • FailureRear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

  10. Pass13,001 miles (+6,062)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,001 miles
    Test number
    583111557369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass6,939 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    6,939 miles
    Test number
    463100756433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail6,927 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,927 miles
    Test number
    763647816242
    • FailureCentre Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Questions about T87 CBL

Does T87 CBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T87 CBL is valid until 18 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T87 CBL?
The MOT on T87 CBL is valid until 18 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T87 CBL done?
T87 CBL was recorded at 18,596 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 586 miles a year.
Has T87 CBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T87 CBL has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T87 CBL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T87 CBL find?
T87 CBL passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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