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GK03 CPN

2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

32,113 mi
Last recorded32,113 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 CPN
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2026 32,113 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 31,548 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 29,196 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2023 29,196 miles

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

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

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 28,965 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2022 28,927 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 28,247 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 27,640 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 27,223 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 26,776 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 25,682 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 24,219 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 23,560 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 22,956 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 21,998 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 24,233 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,564 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 13,506 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 9,538 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 9,538 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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GK03 CPN is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB9S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 9,764 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 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 GK03 CPN, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB9S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GK03 CPN registered?

GK03 CPN is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 7 June 2003.

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