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LK55 EYM

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,351 mi
Last recorded16,351 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 EYM
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 16,351 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 13,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 8,891 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 8,481 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 6,668 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 6,668 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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LK55 EYM is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LK55 EYM, 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 LK55 EYM registered?

LK55 EYM is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 6 September 2005.

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The MOT history for LK55 EYM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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