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OU55 KKV

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,138 mi
Last recorded13,138 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 KKV
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 13,138 miles

Front brake lever notchy when operated

Pass 26 Oct 2011 11,731 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2011 11,731 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 9,577 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 Mar 2009 5,459 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 5,459 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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OU55 KKV is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,582 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 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 OU55 KKV, 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 21 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 OU55 KKV registered?

OU55 KKV is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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