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FD52 FGC

2003 Buell XB9S

Blue Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,589 mi
Last recorded16,589 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 FGC
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 16,589 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2015 16,440 miles

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

rear hugger mountings worn and rubbing tyre

Fail 24 Jun 2015 16,440 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

rear hugger mountings worn and rubbing tyre

Pass 7 Jun 2014 14,721 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 11,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 10,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 9,977 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 May 2011 9,977 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 9,184 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 13 May 2010 9,145 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 May 2009 8,536 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2007 7,972 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 7,937 miles

Drive belt worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Apr 2006 4,953 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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FD52 FGC is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Blue with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FD52 FGC, 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 FD52 FGC registered?

FD52 FGC is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 7 January 2003.

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