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AY53 ELU

2003 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,905 mi
Last recorded15,905 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Buell XB12S9,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 ELU
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 15,905 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 15,831 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 15,413 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 15,334 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 14,044 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 14,017 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 13,568 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 13,446 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 12,075 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 11,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 9,962 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 9,962 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 8,340 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 5,911 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 5,549 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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AY53 ELU is a 2003 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 9,962 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY53 ELU, 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 23 years old, this Buell XB12S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY53 ELU registered?

AY53 ELU is a 2003 Buell XB12S, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is AY53 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 ELU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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