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LY03 SRZ

2003 Buell XB9S

Black Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

21,432 mi
Last recorded21,432 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9S9,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 SRZ
MakeBuell
ModelXB9S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 21,432 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2025 21,421 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 20,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 19,315 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 18,351 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 17,026 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 17,026 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 15,887 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 15,749 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 14,329 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 14,152 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 13,962 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 13,833 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 13,715 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 13,308 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 12,575 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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LY03 SRZ is a 2003 Buell XB9S in Black with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 LY03 SRZ, 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 LY03 SRZ registered?

LY03 SRZ is a 2003 Buell XB9S, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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