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AXB 9S

2004 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

15,595 mi
Last recorded15,595 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB9S7,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAXB 9S
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 15,595 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 15,595 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Single line plate and characters too small (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 13,653 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 12,948 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 12,943 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 12,943 miles

Rear Headlamp reflector missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 12,897 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 12,897 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 12,741 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 12,741 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 12,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 12,326 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 12,180 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 12,180 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 11,845 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 11,735 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 10,255 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 8,552 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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AXB 9S is a 2004 Buell XB9S 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 2004 Buell XB9S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 7,896 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 AXB 9S, 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 22 years old, this Buell XB9S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AXB 9S registered?

AXB 9S is a 2004 Buell XB9S, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is AXB 9S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AXB 9S shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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