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KU52 WUA

2002 Buell XB9R

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,263 mi
Last recorded25,263 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Buell XB9R10,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 WUA
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 25,263 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2025 24,148 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 22,367 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 19,241 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 18,969 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 18,969 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 18,441 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 18,394 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 17,800 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 16,974 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 15,845 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 15,107 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 8,663 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 8,349 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 7,175 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 5,115 miles

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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KU52 WUA is a 2002 Buell XB9R in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2002 Buell XB9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 10,682 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 KU52 WUA, 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 24 years old, this Buell XB9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU52 WUA registered?

KU52 WUA is a 2002 Buell XB9R, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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