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BJ59 VXU

2009 Buell 1125 R

Black Petrol 1125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,290 mi
Last recorded18,290 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Buell 1125 R6,375 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 VXU
MakeBuell
Model1125 R
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 18,290 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 17,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Feb 2024 17,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 16,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 16,005 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 14,778 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 14,778 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 13,723 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 9,575 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 5,466 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 3,528 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 3,368 miles

How Reliable is the Buell 1125 R?

Based on 1,056 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
474
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
Direction indicators not working 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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BJ59 VXU is a 2009 Buell 1125 R in Black with a 1,125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Buell 1125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 6,375 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 1125 R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ59 VXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell 1125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Buell 1125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJ59 VXU registered?

BJ59 VXU is a 2009 Buell 1125 R, first registered on 18 December 2009.

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The MOT history for BJ59 VXU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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