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FJ54 VKD

2004 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,475 mi
Last recorded19,475 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 VKD
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 19,475 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 19,362 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 19,149 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 18,457 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 18,397 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 18,290 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 18,013 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 17,835 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 15,112 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 9,871 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 6,231 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 2,817 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9SX Lightning City X?

Based on 1,096 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
469
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
wheel bearings are excessively rough 6
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FJ54 VKD is a 2004 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 10,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB9SX Lightning City X fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ54 VKD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9SX Lightning City X typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Buell XB9SX Lightning City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ54 VKD registered?

FJ54 VKD is a 2004 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 8 December 2004.

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