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GC04 XXX

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,056 mi
Last recorded11,056 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC04 XXX
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 11,056 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 10,976 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 10,809 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 10,014 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 9,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2019 9,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 9,251 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 8,766 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 8,167 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2016 8,167 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 7,618 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 6,953 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 6,535 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 6,080 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 5,271 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 4,554 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 2,670 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 1,906 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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GC04 XXX is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,014 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 GC04 XXX, 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 21 years old, this Buell XB9SX Lightning City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GC04 XXX is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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