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AY55 CEK

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,238 mi
Last recorded15,238 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2011
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 CEK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2011 15,238 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 13,241 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 10,763 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Feb 2009 10,763 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Buell XB12X Ulysses?

Based on 1,915 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
870
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Horn not working 6
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AY55 CEK is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,582 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 XB12X Ulysses fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY55 CEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12X Ulysses typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB12X Ulysses is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY55 CEK registered?

AY55 CEK is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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