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NK05 JWY

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,263 mi
Last recorded50,263 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 JWY
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 50,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 50,134 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2016 50,026 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 49,115 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 49,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 49,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 48,148 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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NK05 JWY is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,014 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 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 NK05 JWY, 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 21 years old, this Buell XB9SX Lightning City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK05 JWY registered?

NK05 JWY is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 15 June 2005.

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