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MC53 GFV

2003 Buell XB9R

White Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,338 mi
Last recorded16,338 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Buell XB9R8,805 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 GFV
MakeBuell
ModelXB9R
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 16,338 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 16,338 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 13,277 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 12,484 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 11,285 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 8,788 miles

front pads worn to 4mm

slight play in front wheel bearing

Pass 18 Jun 2012 5,926 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 5,227 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 3,973 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 3,957 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 3,144 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB9R?

Based on 3,122 MOT tests across 352 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
352
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
reflector on motorcycle missing 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 29
wheel bearings are excessively rough 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
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MC53 GFV is a 2003 Buell XB9R in White with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 8,805 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MC53 GFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9R typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Buell XB9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MC53 GFV registered?

MC53 GFV is a 2003 Buell XB9R, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is MC53 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC53 GFV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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