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AY04 CYL

2004 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21,047 mi
Last recorded21,047 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 CYL
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 21,047 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 21,034 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 20,525 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

stand pivot bolt slightly loose

Fail 18 Jul 2024 20,525 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

stand pivot bolt slightly loose

Pass 19 Jul 2023 19,883 miles

Bolt loose in gear linkage

Number plate light dim

Pass 1 Jul 2022 19,575 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 19,110 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 18,305 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 17,773 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 May 2010 16,472 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 14,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 9,103 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 9,103 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 6,838 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12S?

Based on 6,009 MOT tests across 747 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
449
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
747
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
Footrest missing 31
Headlamp aim too high 27
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AY04 CYL is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 9,467 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Buell XB12S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY04 CYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY04 CYL registered?

AY04 CYL is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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