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OU08 CVE

2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,525 mi
Last recorded15,525 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses12,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 CVE
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2025 15,525 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2024 14,477 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 13,311 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 11,570 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 10,069 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 9,486 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 8,932 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 8,378 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 7,832 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 6,564 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 5,022 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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OU08 CVE is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OU08 CVE, 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 OU08 CVE registered?

OU08 CVE is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 4 March 2008.

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The MOT history for OU08 CVE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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