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NK56 DXU

2006 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,043 mi
Last recorded31,043 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X14,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK56 DXU
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 31,043 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 31,021 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 28,875 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 26,576 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Jun 2023 26,576 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 24,268 miles

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively Swing arm bearings slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 24,291 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2020 24,139 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 24,038 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 23,874 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 20,500 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 18,964 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 18,593 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 18,593 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 17,852 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 16,896 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 6,739 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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NK56 DXU is a 2006 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2006 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 14,027 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 NK56 DXU, 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 20 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 NK56 DXU registered?

NK56 DXU is a 2006 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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