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HX08 YCF

2008 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,357 mi
Last recorded4,357 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 YCF
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 4,357 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

advise baffles be fitted to exhaust

Pass 15 Apr 2016 4,088 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm on low point (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 3,754 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 3,682 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 3,261 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2011 3,261 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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HX08 YCF is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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

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 HX08 YCF, 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 HX08 YCF registered?

HX08 YCF is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 22 April 2008.

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