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YJ03 YEK

2003 Buell XB9R

White Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

11,822 mi
Last recorded11,822 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9R8,805 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 YEK
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 11,822 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 9,407 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2023 9,168 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 9,060 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 9,060 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 8,591 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 7,503 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 6,817 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on o/s (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2016 6,518 miles

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)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 6,407 miles

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)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 6,182 miles

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)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 5,973 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 5,635 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 5,068 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 4,570 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 3,540 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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YJ03 YEK is a 2003 Buell XB9R in White with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 8,805 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ03 YEK, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ03 YEK registered?

YJ03 YEK is a 2003 Buell XB9R, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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