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GY08 WSD

2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,247 mi
Last recorded13,247 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses12,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 WSD
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 13,247 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 12,075 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 10,927 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 10,625 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 9,304 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 9,091 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 9,055 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2018 8,668 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 8,199 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 8,199 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 7,816 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 7,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 7,146 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 6,575 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 5,807 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 4,864 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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GY08 WSD is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,779 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 GY08 WSD, 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 18 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 GY08 WSD registered?

GY08 WSD is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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