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FJ04 KVM

2004 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,169 mi
Last recorded22,169 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 KVM
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 May 2025 22,169 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 May 2024 21,196 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 19,986 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 19,872 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 19,732 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 19,722 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 19,694 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 19,382 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 19,073 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,873 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 17,816 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 16,832 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 16,204 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 15,444 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 14,588 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 13,974 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 13,536 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 13,270 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 12,608 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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FJ04 KVM is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 FJ04 KVM, 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 FJ04 KVM registered?

FJ04 KVM is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 10 March 2004.

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