Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses reliable?

Based on MOT data from 109 vehicles, the 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Buell Xb12x Ulysses (2007)

109 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.4% first-time pass rate

2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses

CarHunch analysed 109 real MOT records for the 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2007 Buell XB12X Ulysses has a first-time MOT pass rate of 67.1%, notably below the UK average of 80%, which suggests these bikes need more attention to stay roadworthy than most vehicles. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare at 4.6%, so safety-critical issues aren't a widespread concern for the model.

The median mileage of 13,454 miles is low for a 17-year-old bike, indicating many have been cherished rather than thrashed, yet they still average 0.58 failures per test—pointing to specific weak points that need investigation. Budget for an average of 2.5 advisories per MOT and plan a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on whatever's causing that below-average pass rate; check with a Harley-Davidson specialist (Buell's parent company) to identify the common failure patterns for this model.

We have limited data for the 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

91.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.58

Over 6.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 9k–22k

For context

These stats describe 109 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 109 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	108	91.6%	0.57

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

13,454

typical

9,192

low mileage

21,573

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses vehicles fall between 9,192 and 21,573 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,192 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 9,192–21,573 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulyssess sit.

⚠ Over 29,123 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Buell Xb12x Ulysses — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 49% of 2007 Buell Xb12x Ulyssess are still active.

Numbers are declining — 22 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (49% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.58

Avg failures per vehicle

2.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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