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SH08 MLU

2008 Buell 1125 R

Black Petrol 1125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,069 mi
Last recorded13,069 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell 1125 R10,514 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 MLU
MakeBuell
Model1125 R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,125cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 13,069 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 12,915 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 11,545 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 10,570 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 9,797 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 9,164 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 8,314 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 5,250 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Buell 1125 R?

Based on 1,056 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
474
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 5
Direction indicators not working 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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SH08 MLU is a 2008 Buell 1125 R in Black with a 1,125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Buell 1125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 10,514 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell 1125 R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH08 MLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell 1125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Buell 1125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SH08 MLU registered?

SH08 MLU is a 2008 Buell 1125 R, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is SH08 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 MLU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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