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LJ55 HXV

2005 Buell XB12R

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,519 mi
Last recorded14,519 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HXV
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 14,519 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 14,512 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight rough when rotated (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 13,820 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 13,156 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 12,087 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 11,279 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 10,746 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 10,274 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 8,174 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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 width (6.3.4a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,174 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 6,683 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 6,683 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 5,210 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 4,223 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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LJ55 HXV is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ55 HXV, 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.

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What year was LJ55 HXV registered?

LJ55 HXV is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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