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GX08 YZV

2008 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,013 mi
Last recorded17,013 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 YZV
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 17,013 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 16,791 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2024 16,286 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 15,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

rear number plate slightly reduced in size

Pass 22 Apr 2022 15,298 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear number plate slightly reduced in size

Pass 22 Jan 2021 13,462 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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GX08 YZV is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Buell XB12S models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 6,603 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 GX08 YZV, 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 18 years old, this Buell XB12S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX08 YZV registered?

GX08 YZV is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is GX08 YZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 YZV shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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