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GX55 EOK

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,465 mi
Last recorded29,465 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 EOK
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 29,465 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 29,201 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 28,163 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 27,851 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 27,306 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 27,306 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 26,178 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 9 Nov 2015 26,178 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 22,996 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 21,628 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 21,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 16,107 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 12,562 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 9,493 miles

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

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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GX55 EOK is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,582 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 GX55 EOK, 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 21 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 GX55 EOK registered?

GX55 EOK is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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