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HX07 HZY

2007 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,619 mi
Last recorded18,619 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Buell XB12R10,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX07 HZY
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 18,619 miles

Fork stanchions corroded - not leaking

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 18,619 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Fork stanchions corroded - not leaking

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 18,557 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 28 Jun 2022 18,557 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 17,787 miles

Aftermarket silencer (not excessively noisy)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front brake pads corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2017 17,587 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 17,250 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 16,006 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2013 15,509 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 15,509 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 25 Jul 2012 14,236 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 13,316 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2011 13,316 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 12,038 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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HX07 HZY is a 2007 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 10,259 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 HX07 HZY, 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 19 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX07 HZY registered?

HX07 HZY is a 2007 Buell XB12R, first registered on 15 June 2007.

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