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LX03 GKG

2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

16,589 mi
Last recorded16,589 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 GKG
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 16,589 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 15,564 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 14,485 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 13,545 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil N/S/F (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2019

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil N/S/F (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 13,534 miles

dash stopped working

Fail 26 Sep 2018 13,534 miles

All direction indicators not working all (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

dash stopped working

Fail 16 Aug 2018 13,534 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2016 13,531 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 13,531 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2013 13,199 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

drive belt gaurd missing

Fail 20 Aug 2013 13,199 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

drive belt gaurd missing

Pass 5 Dec 2006 9,862 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 9,846 miles

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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LX03 GKG is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LX03 GKG, 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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LX03 GKG is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 31 May 2003.

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