MOT Status
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32,293 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Forks excessively corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
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)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front tyre wearing uneven
slight cracking to front tyre sidewall
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)
Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)
Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)
Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)
Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)
Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)
How Reliable is the Buell XB9S?
Based on 1,962 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WU04 HSL is a 2004 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.
Across all 2004 Buell XB9S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 7,896 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 WU04 HSL, 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 22 years old, this Buell XB9S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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WU04 HSL is a 2004 Buell XB9S, first registered on 20 August 2004.
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