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YN05 PHV

2005 Buell XB9SX

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

13,685 mi
Last recorded13,685 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB9SX9,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 PHV
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 13,685 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 13,499 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 13,193 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 13,186 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside switch gear insecure

Pass 21 Apr 2018 12,875 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 12,862 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2016 12,432 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 12,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

possible slight crack rear disc?

front brake and clutch lever sharp

Fail 28 Oct 2015 12,156 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

possible slight crack rear disc?

front brake and clutch lever sharp

Pass 11 Oct 2014 11,710 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 8,392 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 8,275 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 8,275 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 7,799 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 7,593 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 6,542 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 6,542 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 5,815 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9SX?

Based on 2,346 MOT tests across 279 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
493
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
279
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
wheel bearings are excessively rough 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 16
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YN05 PHV is a 2005 Buell XB9SX in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB9SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 9,236 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 XB9SX fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN05 PHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9SX typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB9SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN05 PHV registered?

YN05 PHV is a 2005 Buell XB9SX, first registered on 6 June 2005.

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