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LG52 VRL

2003 Buell XB9S

Yellow Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,077 mi
Last recorded11,077 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Buell
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 VRL
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 11,077 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2024 9,950 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 9,706 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 9,706 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2010 9,431 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 9,287 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 30 Mar 2007 9,858 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 9,858 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 8,205 miles

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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LG52 VRL is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Yellow with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LG52 VRL, 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 LG52 VRL registered?

LG52 VRL is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is LG52 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 VRL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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