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EU04 KAE

2004 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,586 mi
Last recorded20,586 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU04 KAE
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 20,586 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 19,121 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 18,938 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 18,369 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 17,541 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 15,779 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 14,624 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.09mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2015 13,973 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 12,564 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 11,637 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 10,811 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 8,207 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 7,049 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 6,196 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 6,196 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 5,127 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 4,012 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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EU04 KAE is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EU04 KAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU04 KAE registered?

EU04 KAE is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 3 March 2004.

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