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AY54 BKU

2004 Buell XB9SX

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

18,016 mi
Last recorded18,016 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Buell XB9SX11,653 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 BKU
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 18,016 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 16,618 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 16,441 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 16,249 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 16,003 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 15,671 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 15,177 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 15,177 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 14,766 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 14,757 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2012 11,124 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 9,169 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 9,671 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 5,779 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2009 5,779 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 4,349 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9SX?

Based on 2,346 MOT tests across 279 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
493
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
279
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
wheel bearings are excessively rough 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 16
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AY54 BKU is a 2004 Buell XB9SX in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB9SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 11,653 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 XB9SX fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY54 BKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9SX typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Buell XB9SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY54 BKU registered?

AY54 BKU is a 2004 Buell XB9SX, first registered on 8 September 2004.

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The MOT history for AY54 BKU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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