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RX55 NKN

2006 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,581 mi
Last recorded10,581 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Buell XB12X Ulysses12,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 NKN
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 10,581 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 9,918 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 9,917 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 8,876 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 8,876 miles

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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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RX55 NKN is a 2006 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 12,525 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 RX55 NKN, 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 20 years old, this Buell XB12X Ulysses is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX55 NKN registered?

RX55 NKN is a 2006 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 14 February 2006.

Is RX55 NKN safe to buy?

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