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DX55 JWN

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,578 mi
Last recorded23,578 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 JWN
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 23,578 miles

Exhaust slightly loose Silencer slightly loose due to clamp strap rubber detiorated. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2022 23,569 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose Silencer slightly loose due to clamp strap rubber detiorated. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 23,456 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 23,446 miles

Central Rear Lower Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 23,218 miles

Central Rear Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 22,951 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 22,248 miles

Central Rear Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2015 21,927 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 19,922 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 14,454 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))

Pass 15 Oct 2011 10,234 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 5,958 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,266 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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DX55 JWN is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DX55 JWN, 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 DX55 JWN registered?

DX55 JWN is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is DX55 JWN safe to buy?

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