MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,376 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))
Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Central Rear nail in tyre
Rear Nail in tyre ()
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Nail in tyre ()
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
oil pipes corrosion
slight clicking noise from headstock area
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
front brake pads low
slight wear on idler pully bearing on drivebelt
throttle sticking slighly on left hand full lock
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front brake lever operation starting to grab/stick slightly (doesw not affect brakeing performance)
LH (nearside) Handgrip slightly loose
RH (offside) Handgrip Slightly Loose
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Throttle sticking slightly on LH Full lock
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Knocking from front end under suspension travel/braking
Throttle sticking slightly on LH Lock
Knocking from front end under suspension travel/braking
Throttle sticking slightly on LH Lock
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Buell XB9S?
Based on 1,962 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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T8 GBM is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 T8 GBM, 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 T8 GBM registered?
T8 GBM is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 1 April 2003.
Is T8 GBM safe to buy?
The MOT history for T8 GBM shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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