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FD52 FDZ

2002 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,297 mi
Last recorded7,297 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Buell XB9S11,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 FDZ
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 7,297 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively teeth worn and cracking on back of belt (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush slight play top mounting (5.3.2 (c))

oil cooler and oil tank lines corroded

Pass 19 May 2023 7,150 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 6,928 miles

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 6,761 miles

Rear Shock absorber slightly loose top bolt slight play (5.3.2 (a) (i))

front tyre datemark 2004. Rear tyre datemark 2005 and gone hard

Fail 29 Jun 2018 6,761 miles

Rear Shock absorber slightly loose top bolt slight play (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

front tyre datemark 2004. Rear tyre datemark 2005 and gone hard

Pass 21 Dec 2010 6,723 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 6,660 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 6,139 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 5,683 miles

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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FD52 FDZ is a 2002 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Buell XB9S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 11,908 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 FD52 FDZ, 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 24 years old, this Buell XB9S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD52 FDZ registered?

FD52 FDZ is a 2002 Buell XB9S, first registered on 9 December 2002.

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