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YN03 YUW

2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

14,214 mi
Last recorded14,214 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 YUW
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 14,214 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 14,214 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2021 14,106 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 13,806 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 13,484 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 13,469 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 13,306 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Dec 2016 13,306 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 13,294 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 29 Sep 2014 13,272 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 4 Sep 2013 13,218 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 9 Jul 2012 12,526 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2011 11,995 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 3 Jul 2010 11,872 miles

number plate light not working

Fail 2 Jul 2010 11,872 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

number plate light not working

Pass 4 Oct 2008 9,806 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 6,895 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 5,931 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 5,611 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9S?

Based on 1,962 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
497
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Footrest missing 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
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YN03 YUW is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB9S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 9,764 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 YN03 YUW, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB9S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN03 YUW registered?

YN03 YUW is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 26 April 2003.

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The MOT history for YN03 YUW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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