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WX08 XRR

2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

20,509 mi
Last recorded20,509 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses12,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 XRR
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 20,509 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2025 20,509 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 19,379 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2024 19,379 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2023 18,110 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 May 2023 18,110 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2022 16,790 miles
Fail 28 May 2022 16,788 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 15,528 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 15,511 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 14,510 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 11,253 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 10,510 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 5,301 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 4,449 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 3,957 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 1,702 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12X Ulysses?

Based on 1,915 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
870
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Horn not working 6
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WX08 XRR is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 12,779 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 XB12X Ulysses fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX08 XRR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12X Ulysses typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Buell XB12X Ulysses is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX08 XRR registered?

WX08 XRR is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 20 August 2008.

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The MOT history for WX08 XRR shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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