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SV55 KBE

2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses

Orange Petrol 1202cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

31,507 mi
Last recorded31,507 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses16,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 KBE
MakeBuell
ModelXB12X Ulysses
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,202cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 31,507 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 28,240 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 25,636 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 23,914 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 23,105 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 21,466 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 19,032 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 15,891 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 15,344 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 13,362 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2016 13,362 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 12,257 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 10,956 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2012 8,773 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 7,532 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 6,938 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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SV55 KBE is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses in Orange with a 1,202cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SV55 KBE, 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 SV55 KBE registered?

SV55 KBE is a 2005 Buell XB12X Ulysses, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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