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HX08 XZD

2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Blue Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,211 mi
Last recorded28,211 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses12,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 XZD
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 28,211 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 28,154 miles

Rear suspension has very slight free play possibly rear shocker top bush

Pass 16 Aug 2022 27,970 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 27,673 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 27,163 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 26,207 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 25,105 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 23,556 miles

exhaust has slight blow

Fail 6 Mar 2017 23,546 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

exhaust has slight blow

Pass 18 Feb 2016 22,769 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 21,061 miles

side stand broken.

Pass 22 Aug 2013 19,527 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 17,230 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 17,230 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 13,554 miles

Rear 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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HX08 XZD is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Blue with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HX08 XZD, 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 HX08 XZD registered?

HX08 XZD is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HX08 XZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX08 XZD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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