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GP08 MZX

2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,834 mi
Last recorded21,834 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses12,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 MZX
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 21,834 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 20,673 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 17,207 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2017 17,114 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 14,700 miles

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

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 6 bars fluctuation tested. just ok for mot! (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 13,605 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 12,258 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 12,232 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 10,622 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 9,916 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

front brake lever ball missing

Pass 8 Jul 2011 8,024 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12X Ulysses?

Based on 1,915 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
870
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Horn not working 6
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GP08 MZX is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,779 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 XB12X Ulysses fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP08 MZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12X Ulysses typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Buell XB12X Ulysses is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GP08 MZX registered?

GP08 MZX is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is GP08 MZX safe to buy?

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