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GX05 KKV

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

65,341 mi
Last recorded65,341 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 KKV
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 65,341 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 62,489 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 58,573 miles

Front Wheel bearings slightly rough.

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 56,268 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 54,233 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 53,742 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 51,401 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 48,800 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 45,457 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 42,046 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 39,851 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 34,936 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 34,936 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 30,637 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 28,304 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2011 26,208 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 26,200 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 17,672 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 17,653 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 May 2008 12,975 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 KKV is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GX05 KKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX05 KKV registered?

GX05 KKV is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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