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NK56 HLY

2006 Buell XB9SX

Orange Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

16,406 mi
Last recorded16,406 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2012
Typical for 2006 Buell XB9SX10,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK56 HLY
MakeBuell
ModelXB9SX
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2012 16,406 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 16,406 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 13,701 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 10,616 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2010 10,616 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Buell XB9SX?

Based on 2,346 MOT tests across 279 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
493
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
279
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
wheel bearings are excessively rough 18
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 16
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NK56 HLY is a 2006 Buell XB9SX in Orange with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Buell XB9SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 10,942 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 XB9SX fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK56 HLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB9SX typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Buell XB9SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK56 HLY registered?

NK56 HLY is a 2006 Buell XB9SX, first registered on 8 December 2006.

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