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LJ05 SXW

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,275 mi
Last recorded8,275 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 SXW
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 8,275 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 8,221 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 7,910 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 7,756 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 7,248 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 7,125 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 5,769 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 4,325 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 4,290 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 3,877 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 2,630 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 1,484 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9SX Lightning City X?

Based on 1,096 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
469
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
wheel bearings are excessively rough 6
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LJ05 SXW is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB9SX Lightning City X fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 SXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9SX Lightning City X typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB9SX Lightning City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 SXW registered?

LJ05 SXW is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 SXW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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