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GN05 BWG

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,205 mi
Last recorded11,205 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 BWG
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2013 11,205 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear no plate slightly reduced in size

Pass 31 Mar 2012 10,874 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate slightly reduced in size

Fail 13 Apr 2011 10,021 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 10,021 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 9,052 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 8,432 miles

Drive belt worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 7,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Buell XB12R?

Based on 3,611 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
483
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 13
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GN05 BWG is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 9,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell XB12R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN05 BWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell XB12R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN05 BWG registered?

GN05 BWG is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is GN05 BWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 BWG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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