CarVerify

Free Car Check

AY03 BXX

2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

16,100 mi
Last recorded16,100 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Buell
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 BXX
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
View full Buell XB9S reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 16,100 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 15,943 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 15,928 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 15,927 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 14,372 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 14,129 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 13,716 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 13,301 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 12,844 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 12,667 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 12,613 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2012 12,611 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 11,949 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 11,944 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 11,937 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 10,759 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 10,244 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 10,244 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 9,188 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 7,745 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 7,745 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Buell XB9S?

Based on 1,962 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
497
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Footrest missing 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
Full Buell XB9S reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AY03 BXX is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB9S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 9,764 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 XB9S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY03 BXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Buell XB9S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY03 BXX?

You can check the full history of AY03 BXX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AY03 BXX registered?

AY03 BXX is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is AY03 BXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 BXX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY03 BXX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AY03 BXX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.