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WX04 VZM

2004 Buell XB9R

White Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

17,729 mi
Last recorded17,729 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Buell XB9R8,532 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX04 VZM
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 17,729 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 17,729 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 16,077 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 14,701 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 14,701 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2022 13,705 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2022 13,705 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 13,203 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 12,584 miles

Front front brake pipe slightly catching on full lock

Pass 1 May 2018 12,193 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 11,483 miles

Exhaust noisy Micron exhaust fitted with baffle (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 10,964 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 10,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 8,848 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 8,848 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2013 8,199 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 7,535 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 5,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2010 5,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 5,779 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 5,423 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 4,799 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9R?

Based on 3,122 MOT tests across 352 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
352
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
reflector on motorcycle missing 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 29
wheel bearings are excessively rough 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
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WX04 VZM is a 2004 Buell XB9R in White with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 8,532 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 XB9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX04 VZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9R typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Buell XB9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX04 VZM registered?

WX04 VZM is a 2004 Buell XB9R, first registered on 24 April 2004.

Is WX04 VZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX04 VZM shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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