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BV04 ELL

2004 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,321 mi
Last recorded18,321 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 ELL
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2025 18,321 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 17,844 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 17,139 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 16,401 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 15,620 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 14,439 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 13,901 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 12,545 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 11,472 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 10,938 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 10,090 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 9,171 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 8,608 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 7,465 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 6,249 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 4,037 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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BV04 ELL is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BV04 ELL, 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 BV04 ELL registered?

BV04 ELL is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is BV04 ELL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV04 ELL shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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