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GK04 DWN

2004 Buell XB12S

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

19,530 mi
Last recorded19,530 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12S9,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 DWN
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 19,530 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 19,488 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 19,184 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 18,513 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 17,919 miles

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

throttle not returning normally on full left lock

Pass 28 Jun 2019 17,274 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 16,466 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 15,995 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 15,995 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2016 15,302 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 14,810 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 14,275 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 14,275 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 13,491 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 12,698 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 11,204 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 9,368 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 7,761 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 6,121 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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GK04 DWN is a 2004 Buell XB12S in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GK04 DWN, 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 GK04 DWN registered?

GK04 DWN is a 2004 Buell XB12S, first registered on 1 July 2004.

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