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NK57 HBC

2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,781 mi
Last recorded17,781 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses12,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK57 HBC
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 17,781 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2026 17,781 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 17,148 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 15,243 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 13,386 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 12,503 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 12,326 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 11,769 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 8,762 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 8,708 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 8,553 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 7,799 miles

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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NK57 HBC is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NK57 HBC, 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 18 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 NK57 HBC registered?

NK57 HBC is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 3 January 2008.

Is NK57 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK57 HBC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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