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LX53 FKZ

2004 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,841 mi
Last recorded35,841 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Buell XB9S7,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 FKZ
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 35,841 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 34,942 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 34,773 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 33,983 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 31,660 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 29,588 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking in treads

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch felt in middle (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Inner heavy corrosion on aluminium for tubes

Pass 30 May 2019 27,279 miles

Nearside Rear foot peg missing seat covered

OIL LEAK

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 23,891 miles

Rear seat covered n/s peg missing

Fail 25 May 2018 23,881 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear seat covered n/s peg missing

Pass 12 May 2017 22,836 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 21,894 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 21,884 miles

Offside Footrest missing riders footrest broken off (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2014 19,560 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 18,942 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 16,191 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 13,307 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 11,713 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 11,713 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 6,101 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 4,327 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 3,629 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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LX53 FKZ is a 2004 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB9S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 7,896 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 LX53 FKZ, 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.

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What year was LX53 FKZ registered?

LX53 FKZ is a 2004 Buell XB9S, first registered on 13 February 2004.

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