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GX05 GZC

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,765 mi
Last recorded15,765 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 GZC
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2024 15,765 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 15,338 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 15,012 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 14,720 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 14,600 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 14,085 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 13,927 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 13,664 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 13,462 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 13,182 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 12,503 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 12,020 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 10,511 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 6,718 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 3,953 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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GX05 GZC is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GX05 GZC, 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 GX05 GZC registered?

GX05 GZC is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 12 April 2005.

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