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LJ05 WRE

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Blue Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

43,780 mi
Last recorded43,780 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 WRE
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 43,780 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 42,520 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 41,229 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 39,810 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 39,810 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 39,376 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 37,663 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 37,651 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 37,206 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 37,039 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 37,008 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 36,456 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 34,966 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 33,890 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 22,585 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12X Ulysses?

Based on 1,915 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
870
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Horn not working 6
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LJ05 WRE is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Blue with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,582 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB12X Ulysses fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 WRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12X Ulysses typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB12X Ulysses is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ05 WRE registered?

LJ05 WRE is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 12 August 2005.

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The MOT history for LJ05 WRE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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