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WX57 KNF

2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,797 mi
Last recorded33,797 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses12,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX57 KNF
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 33,797 miles

Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 33,781 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 33,762 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2023 32,934 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 32,923 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure Headlight unit is loose (4.1.1 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 31,676 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 31,602 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 31,446 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 30,316 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 29,396 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 28,258 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 28,228 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 25,715 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 25,495 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 22,678 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 19,312 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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WX57 KNF is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WX57 KNF, 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 WX57 KNF registered?

WX57 KNF is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 12 January 2008.

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The MOT history for WX57 KNF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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