MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,687 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside rear turn signal loose.
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside rear turn signal loose.
Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Centre Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)
slight oil leak from primary.
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
brake test shows slight run out to front disc
front tyre uneven wear
How Reliable is the Buell XB9SX Lightning City X?
Based on 1,096 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AY05 CTO is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.
Across all 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Buell XB9SX Lightning City X fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY05 CTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Buell XB9SX Lightning City X typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB9SX Lightning City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was AY05 CTO registered?
AY05 CTO is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 8 April 2005.
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