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AY05 FPU

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

23,757 mi
Last recorded23,757 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 FPU
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 23,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 23,463 miles

Bad oil leak right side lower engine.

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 23,461 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose Bolt missing. (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bad oil leak right side lower engine.

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 23,256 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2024 23,254 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 23,049 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 22,768 miles

Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 22,519 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced front beam weak (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 22,245 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 21,927 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 21,801 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 21,138 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 21,133 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 20,607 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 20,607 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 19,936 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 19,936 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 19,244 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 18,277 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 16,812 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 14,173 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 10,776 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 9,665 miles

How Reliable is the Buell XB12R?

Based on 3,611 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
483
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 13
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AY05 FPU is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,390 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 XB12R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY05 FPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY05 FPU registered?

AY05 FPU is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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