2002 Buell XB9R 1.0L Petrol · BP02 AOO

The most recent MOT test on 25 July 2023 at 24,923 miles returned a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows an identical result on 12 August 2022 at 24,918 miles, confirming a stable and unblemished maintenance trend. Nothing in the official DVSA record suggests any worsening mechanical condition, recurring faults, or structural concerns over the past three years. The recorded mileage of 24,923 on a 2002 model equates to roughly 1,038 miles per year, which is exceptionally low. Notably, the bike covered only five miles between August 2022 and July 2023, indicating it was effectively laid up for that eleven-month period. Sparse mileage such as this can be a double-edged sword. It means minimal wear on consumables, but it also raises the question of long periods of static storage. The clean history is reassuring, yet it cannot confirm the bike's condition between those two annual tests. Because the MOT record flags no specific suspension, brake, or corrosion issues, your pre-purchase inspection should focus on age-related deterioration rather than known faults. Check perished rubber suspension bushes, fork seal leakage, and the condition of the brake discs and calipers. A bike used this little can suffer from binding caliper pistons, moisture-contaminated brake fluid, and sidewall cracking on tyres that may otherwise look unused. Look closely at the fuel system for varnish or internal tank corrosion, and examine the frame and exhaust for surface rust that may not have been severe enough to warrant an advisory. Finally, verify that the odometer reading today matches the 24,923 miles on record, and ask about storage history to understand why the bike has been used so sparingly since its last test.