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KX08 EVK

2008 Buell 1125 R

Black Petrol 1125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

2,732 mi
Last recorded2,732 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Buell 1125 R10,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 EVK
MakeBuell
Model1125 R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 2,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 17 Apr 2025 2,732 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2024 2,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 1,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2023 1,460 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 1,094 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 5,944 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 237 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 237 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 21 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 15,518 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 15,518 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 May 2016 13,922 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2016 13,919 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 12,749 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 11,685 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 9,279 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 4,262 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 6,187 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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KX08 EVK is a 2008 Buell 1125 R in Black with a 1,125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Buell 1125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 10,514 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 KX08 EVK, 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 18 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 KX08 EVK registered?

KX08 EVK is a 2008 Buell 1125 R, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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