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RX05 ENH

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,999 mi
Last recorded12,999 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 ENH
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 12,999 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 12,959 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 12,577 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 11,996 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 11,770 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 11,086 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 9,740 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 8,671 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 6,231 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2011 4,668 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 3,694 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 3,022 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 760 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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RX05 ENH is a 2005 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 100%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RX05 ENH, 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 21 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 RX05 ENH registered?

RX05 ENH is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is RX05 ENH safe to buy?

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