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HX04 LFS

2004 Buell XB9R

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,597 mi
Last recorded8,597 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB9R8,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 LFS
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 8,597 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 8,388 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,568 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 4,413 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 3,955 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 3,955 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Buell XB9R?

Based on 3,122 MOT tests across 352 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
352
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
reflector on motorcycle missing 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 29
wheel bearings are excessively rough 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
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HX04 LFS is a 2004 Buell XB9R in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 8,532 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 XB9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX04 LFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9R typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Buell XB9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX04 LFS registered?

HX04 LFS is a 2004 Buell XB9R, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is HX04 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX04 LFS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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