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BV02 ELL

2003 Buell XB9S

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

10,346 mi
Last recorded10,346 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 ELL
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 10,346 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 9,990 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 9,412 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 8,753 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 8,181 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 7,445 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 7,423 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 7,409 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 7,347 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 7,282 miles

very slight disc run out

Pass 28 Jun 2013 7,193 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 7,042 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 7,042 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 6,874 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 6,555 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2009 5,341 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 4,604 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 4,510 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 4,510 miles

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

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
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BV02 ELL is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV02 ELL, 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

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What year was BV02 ELL registered?

BV02 ELL is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 1 January 2003.

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The MOT history for BV02 ELL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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