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UGZ 3509

2003 Buell XB9S

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,689 mi
Last recorded22,689 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGZ 3509
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 22,689 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 22,689 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 22,608 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 22,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 22,386 miles

Nearside Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock Steering lockstop ineffective (2.1.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 22,322 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 21,914 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 21,907 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 1 May 2021 21,883 miles

Forks modification unsafe incorrect Hight or fitment (2.2.2 (e))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure broken on nearside (4.1.1 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2020 21,294 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 19,410 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 19,410 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2016 18,758 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 16,477 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 16,099 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 16,099 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 15,383 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 May 2012 14,676 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 14,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 14,351 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 14,160 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 13,857 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2007 12,507 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 8,428 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9S?

Based on 1,962 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
497
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Footrest missing 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
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UGZ 3509 is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UGZ 3509, 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 UGZ 3509 registered?

UGZ 3509 is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 9 April 2003.

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