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LF04 VMA

2004 Buell XB9S

Yellow Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,036 mi
Last recorded12,036 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Buell XB9S7,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 VMA
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 12,036 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 11,758 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 11,616 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 11,608 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 10,795 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 10,658 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 6,755 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 4,629 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 4,063 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 4,059 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 3,643 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 3,632 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 3,553 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 3,512 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 3,501 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 3,133 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 3,133 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 3,127 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

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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LF04 VMA is a 2004 Buell XB9S in Yellow with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LF04 VMA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF04 VMA registered?

LF04 VMA is a 2004 Buell XB9S, first registered on 24 August 2004.

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The MOT history for LF04 VMA shows 18 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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