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LF52 WJA

2002 Buell XB9R

White Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

34,782 mi
Last recorded34,782 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Buell XB9R10,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 WJA
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 34,782 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 May 2025 34,782 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 34,686 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 34,506 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 34,506 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 34,410 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 34,355 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 33,857 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 33,273 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 32,126 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 31,920 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 31,301 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 31,077 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 31,077 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 30,733 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 30,733 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 28,949 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 23,729 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 23,726 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 15,743 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 9,929 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 9,580 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 9,549 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 8,533 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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LF52 WJA is a 2002 Buell XB9R in White with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 LF52 WJA, 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 LF52 WJA registered?

LF52 WJA is a 2002 Buell XB9R, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is LF52 WJA safe to buy?

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