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LJ05 SYF

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

14,798 mi
Last recorded14,798 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 SYF
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 14,798 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 13,031 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 12,012 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 11,911 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 10,970 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 10,616 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 10,317 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 9,935 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 9,630 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 9,111 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 8,644 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 8,628 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear switch (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 8,394 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 8,144 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 7,927 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 7,256 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 6,705 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 5,885 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 3,948 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 2,337 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 SYF is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 SYF, 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 SYF registered?

LJ05 SYF is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 21 June 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 SYF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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