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H15 XBR

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,478 mi
Last recorded16,478 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH15 XBR
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 16,478 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 13,403 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 10,100 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 9,452 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 9,430 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 9,419 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 7,047 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 5,207 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 3,333 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 3,303 miles

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

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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H15 XBR is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H15 XBR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H15 XBR registered?

H15 XBR is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is H15 XBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H15 XBR shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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