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OY53 SYV

2003 Buell XB9S

Yellow Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,615 mi
Last recorded15,615 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 SYV
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 15,615 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 13,867 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 13,855 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2009 13,803 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 13,497 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 12,795 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 11,557 miles

slight pulse on front brake

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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OY53 SYV is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Yellow with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OY53 SYV, 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 OY53 SYV registered?

OY53 SYV is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is OY53 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 SYV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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