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HX55 NFL

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,375 mi
Last recorded22,375 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 NFL
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 22,375 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 21,028 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 20,592 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 19,253 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 18,788 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 18,512 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 18,512 miles

Offside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Mar 2016 17,632 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 14,274 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 14,274 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 12,112 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

headraces stiff , restrict free movement slightly.

Pass 17 Oct 2009 7,142 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 6,343 miles

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

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

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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HX55 NFL is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,582 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 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 HX55 NFL, 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 21 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 HX55 NFL registered?

HX55 NFL is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 21 November 2005.

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