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HX53 VKM

2003 Buell XB9R

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,489 mi
Last recorded10,489 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9R8,805 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 VKM
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 10,489 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 10,317 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 9,974 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 8,737 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 8,637 miles

Rear drive belt damaged

Pass 17 Jun 2009 7,458 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 7,458 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 5,602 miles

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

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 VKM is a 2003 Buell XB9R in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VKM, 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 VKM registered?

HX53 VKM is a 2003 Buell XB9R, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is HX53 VKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX53 VKM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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