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HX53 VJK

2003 Buell XB9R

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

40,450 mi
Last recorded40,450 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9R8,805 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 VJK
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 40,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 40,397 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 40,395 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2023 40,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2022 39,860 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2021 39,385 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 38,857 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 38,283 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2018 36,672 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 34,014 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 32,523 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 May 2015 30,725 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 29,541 miles

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 15 May 2013 27,717 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 27,717 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 26,153 miles

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 Apr 2012 26,153 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 May 2011 22,859 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 May 2010 21,192 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 21,192 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 7 May 2009 17,468 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 17,427 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 12,999 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 9,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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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HX53 VJK is a 2003 Buell XB9R in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 8,805 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 HX53 VJK, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX53 VJK registered?

HX53 VJK is a 2003 Buell XB9R, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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