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AY04 FGM

2004 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,824 mi
Last recorded30,824 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 30,824 miles

Number plate lightly cracked in the top right corner.

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

Top rear suspension link has slight free play

Fail 6 Apr 2013 30,282 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Number plate lightly cracked in the top right corner.

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

Top rear suspension link has slight free play

Pass 27 Mar 2012 28,295 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 26,250 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 22,921 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 20,324 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 18,349 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 14,310 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 FGM is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FGM, 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 FGM registered?

AY04 FGM is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 13 April 2004.

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The MOT history for AY04 FGM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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