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V2 RFP

2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,008 mi
Last recorded12,008 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X10,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 RFP
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX Lightning City X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2025 12,008 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 11,966 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 11,961 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 11,663 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 11,416 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 11,415 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 10,934 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 10,716 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 10,357 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 9,287 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 8,594 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 7,059 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 6,089 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 6,089 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 May 2009 3,338 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 1,413 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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V2 RFP is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V2 RFP, 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 V2 RFP registered?

V2 RFP is a 2005 Buell XB9SX Lightning City X, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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