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RV52 ZVZ

2002 Buell XB9R

White Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,385 mi
Last recorded18,385 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Buell XB9R10,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 ZVZ
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 18,385 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 18,245 miles

Front Wheel bearing is slightly rough

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 18,245 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 18,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 17,170 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 17,169 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 16,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

N/S Handlebar control block loose

Pass 25 Jun 2013 14,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 12,711 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 10,269 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 10,269 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 9,699 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 9,699 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 9,699 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9R?

Based on 3,122 MOT tests across 352 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
352
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
reflector on motorcycle missing 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 29
wheel bearings are excessively rough 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
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RV52 ZVZ is a 2002 Buell XB9R in White with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Buell XB9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 10,682 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 XB9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV52 ZVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9R typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Buell XB9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RV52 ZVZ registered?

RV52 ZVZ is a 2002 Buell XB9R, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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