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L33 XBS

2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,122 mi
Last recorded14,122 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 XBS
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 14,122 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 13,771 miles

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

Rear slight free play in swing arm

Pass 7 Jun 2024 13,388 miles

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

Rear slight free play in swing arm

Pass 15 May 2023 12,505 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 11,056 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 8,193 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 7,308 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 6,083 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 4,958 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 4,958 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2017 3,216 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 2,458 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 2,107 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 2,068 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 May 2011 2,068 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Buell XB9S?

Based on 1,962 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
497
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Footrest missing 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
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L33 XBS is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB9S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 9,764 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB9S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L33 XBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Buell XB9S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L33 XBS registered?

L33 XBS is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 19 August 2003.

Is L33 XBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L33 XBS 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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