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BX54 XKG

2004 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

20,666 mi
Last recorded20,666 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX54 XKG
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 20,666 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 20,020 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 20,013 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) Flashing (4.7.2 (a))

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

Front and Rear wheel bearings slightly rough on rotation

Pass 15 Aug 2017 15,291 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 13,284 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 12,623 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 11,733 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 10,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Nov 2013 10,922 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 10,062 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 10,043 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 9,252 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 8,474 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 7,888 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 5,763 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 3,612 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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BX54 XKG 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 81.3%.

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 BX54 XKG, 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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BX54 XKG is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 3 December 2004.

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