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LJ03 HXY

2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,329 mi
Last recorded14,329 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 HXY
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 14,329 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 14,301 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 14,225 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 14,202 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 14,181 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 13,895 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 5,649 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 13,062 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 12,711 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 12,183 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 11,066 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 9,373 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 8,264 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 8,264 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 7,827 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 6,461 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 3,945 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 3,945 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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LJ03 HXY is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LJ03 HXY, 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.

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What year was LJ03 HXY registered?

LJ03 HXY is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 10 March 2003.

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