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GU52 YJG

2002 Buell XB9R

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,973 mi
Last recorded25,973 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Buell XB9R10,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 YJG
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 25,973 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 25,516 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 25,449 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick front (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up front (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2017 23,873 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 23,805 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 22,449 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 19,501 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 19,152 miles

STEERING HEAD BEARINGS SLIGHTY NOTCHY FROM LOCK TO LOCK,NO FREE PLAY FELT.

Pass 26 Jul 2012 18,789 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 18,283 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 18,283 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 17,658 miles

Slight corrosion and oil residue found on lower engine oil lines,Advisory only....

Slight engine oil leak found on lower engine crank case's,Advisory only......

Pass 6 Aug 2009 16,493 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 14,293 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 11,933 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9R?

Based on 3,122 MOT tests across 352 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
352
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
reflector on motorcycle missing 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 29
wheel bearings are excessively rough 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
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GU52 YJG is a 2002 Buell XB9R in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 Buell XB9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 10,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU52 YJG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9R typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Buell XB9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU52 YJG registered?

GU52 YJG is a 2002 Buell XB9R, first registered on 1 December 2002.

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