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LF04 VBT

2004 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

10,309 mi
Last recorded10,309 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12R9,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 VBT
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2021 10,309 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 10,051 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 10,051 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 9,815 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively freying on edges (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2016 9,563 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 9,426 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 9,048 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 8,460 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 8,160 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 7,528 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 7,528 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 5,770 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 3,205 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 3,205 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 2,827 miles

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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LF04 VBT is a 2004 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Buell XB12R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 9,839 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 LF04 VBT, 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 22 years old, this Buell XB12R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF04 VBT registered?

LF04 VBT is a 2004 Buell XB12R, first registered on 20 July 2004.

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The MOT history for LF04 VBT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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