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MX07 VLD

2007 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

36,886 mi
Last recorded36,886 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Buell XB12X Ulysses14,845 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX07 VLD
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 36,886 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 36,790 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 35,907 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 27 Jul 2022 35,907 miles

Central Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 32,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 29,432 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 26,450 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 23,296 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 23,296 miles

Rear Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 19,509 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 15,948 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 15,948 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2015 9,274 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 67,459 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 5,883 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 5,479 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 4,503 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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MX07 VLD is a 2007 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 14,845 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 MX07 VLD, 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 19 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 MX07 VLD registered?

MX07 VLD is a 2007 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 18 August 2007.

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