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LX08 BHL

2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,939 mi
Last recorded4,939 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X6,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 BHL
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 4,939 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 4,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 4,740 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 4,704 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 4,535 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 4,406 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 3,405 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 3,225 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 2,717 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 1,214 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 1,214 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 494 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 451 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 250 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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LX08 BHL is a 2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 6,617 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 LX08 BHL, 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 18 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 LX08 BHL registered?

LX08 BHL is a 2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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The MOT history for LX08 BHL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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