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2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,024 mi
Last recorded53,024 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 NUM
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 53,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 51,194 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 48,914 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 45,914 miles

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 45,914 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 41,642 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 41,642 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 36,673 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 32,602 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 32,602 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 29,307 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2014 29,295 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 27,138 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 25,628 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 22,267 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 18,714 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 18,714 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 14,932 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 10,812 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2006 3,163 miles

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

front tyre uneven wear

rear tyre uneven wear

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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GX03 NUM 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 75%.

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 GX03 NUM, 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 GX03 NUM registered?

GX03 NUM is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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