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DK53 HFD

2004 Buell XB9R

White Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,214 mi
Last recorded20,214 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Buell XB9R8,532 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 HFD
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 20,214 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 19,840 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 19,790 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2018 19,743 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 18,729 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 17,583 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2016 17,543 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 15,204 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 14,220 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 14,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 13,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 13,847 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 12,070 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 11,052 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 9,433 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 6,842 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 6,841 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 2,903 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9R?

Based on 3,122 MOT tests across 352 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
352
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
reflector on motorcycle missing 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 29
wheel bearings are excessively rough 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
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DK53 HFD is a 2004 Buell XB9R in White with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 8,532 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 XB9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK53 HFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9R typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Buell XB9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK53 HFD registered?

DK53 HFD is a 2004 Buell XB9R, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is DK53 HFD safe to buy?

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