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OIG 1261

2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,178 mi
Last recorded2,178 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIG 1261
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 2,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 3 May 2016 2,135 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Apr 2016 2,120 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Jan 2015 1,498 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 1,476 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 1,469 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 1,469 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 1,466 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9S?

Based on 1,962 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
497
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Footrest missing 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
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OIG 1261 is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB9S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 9,764 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 XB9S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OIG 1261, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Buell XB9S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OIG 1261 registered?

OIG 1261 is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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