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GN05 LYV

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,395 mi
Last recorded4,395 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 LYV
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 4,395 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 4,045 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 3,851 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 3,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2010 3,301 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 3,301 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2009 2,694 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 2,120 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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GN05 LYV is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN05 LYV, 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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What year was GN05 LYV registered?

GN05 LYV is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is GN05 LYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 LYV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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