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YN08 EBU

2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,594 mi
Last recorded15,594 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses12,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 EBU
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 15,594 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 15,540 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 14,900 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 14,680 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 14,493 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 11,844 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2014 10,381 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 10,381 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 7,762 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 3,355 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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YN08 EBU is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YN08 EBU, 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 YN08 EBU registered?

YN08 EBU is a 2008 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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