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BT08 XHA

2008 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,137 mi
Last recorded23,137 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 XHA
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2020 23,137 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2020 23,137 miles

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 22,943 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 22,943 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2017 20,426 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 12,931 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 7,803 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 2,489 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 2,457 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 2,093 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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BT08 XHA is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 6,603 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 BT08 XHA, 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 18 years old, this Buell XB12S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT08 XHA registered?

BT08 XHA is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 18 June 2008.

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