2004 Buell XB9R 1.0L Petrol · SF04 UDH

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent history of passing MOT inspections. The most recent test conducted on 21 May 2026 at 13,702 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a multi-year trend of clean results since 2022, indicating that the motorcycle has met safety and emissions standards without major failures during the testing periods. The" pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old machine, averaging approximately 623 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between the 2022 test at 8,546 miles and the March 2023 test at 12,196 miles, where the bike covered over 3,600 miles. Since then, accumulation has remained steady at roughly 500 to 700 miles annually. While low mileage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine, it also indicates the vehicle may be subject to age-related degradation rather than mechanical fatigue. Because the MOT history shows no recurring faults, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of components affected by low-mileage storage. Given the age, priority is required for rubber components such as brake hoses, fuel lines, and fork seals, which can perish or crack despite low use. The suspension system should be checked for flat spots or perished bushings, and the tyres must be evaluated for dry rot and surface cracking rather than tread depth alone.