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DK55 FFA

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,997 mi
Last recorded15,997 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 FFA
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 15,997 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 15,540 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 15,530 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 15,110 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 14,264 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 13,759 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2013 13,735 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 122,406 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 9,428 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 8,750 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 6,776 miles

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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DK55 FFA is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DK55 FFA, 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 DK55 FFA registered?

DK55 FFA is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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The MOT history for DK55 FFA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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