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LJ03 HZR

2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

2,737 mi
Last recorded2,737 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 HZR
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2025 2,737 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 2,321 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 2,321 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2018 2,056 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 1,548 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 1,224 miles

Left Handlebar Grip Damaged

Fail 12 Apr 2014 1,224 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Left Handlebar Grip Damaged

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 HZR is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LJ03 HZR, 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 HZR registered?

LJ03 HZR is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LJ03 HZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 HZR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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