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OU55 KKW

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,428 mi
Last recorded25,428 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 KKW
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 25,428 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 25,404 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 23,749 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 22,796 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 21,866 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 21,856 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 21,856 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing new fitted (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2015 21,412 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 20,757 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 19,807 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 18,541 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 16,587 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 14,950 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 12,996 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12X Ulysses?

Based on 1,915 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
870
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Horn not working 6
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OU55 KKW is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 16,582 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB12X Ulysses fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU55 KKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12X Ulysses typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB12X Ulysses is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OU55 KKW registered?

OU55 KKW is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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The MOT history for OU55 KKW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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