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PJ08 OXU

2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,322 mi
Last recorded12,322 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X6,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 OXU
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 12,322 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2022 11,889 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 11,787 miles

Plastic tank cover insecure. Securing lugs broken

Pass 26 Apr 2019 10,833 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 10,147 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Indicators flashing quick

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 5 May 2018 10,147 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Indicators flashing quick

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 9,552 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2016 9,550 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 8,932 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 8,194 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 7,499 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 6,617 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 5,235 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9SX Lightning City X?

Based on 1,096 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
469
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
wheel bearings have excessive free play 7
wheel bearings are excessively rough 6
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PJ08 OXU is a 2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 6,617 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 XB9SX Lightning City X fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ08 OXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9SX Lightning City X typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Buell XB9SX Lightning City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PJ08 OXU registered?

PJ08 OXU is a 2008 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 18 June 2008.

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The MOT history for PJ08 OXU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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