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M12 XBR

2004 Buell XB12R

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,756 mi
Last recorded5,756 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Buell XB12R9,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 XBR
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2025 5,756 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 5,050 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 4,591 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2014 4,512 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 4,424 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 4,135 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 33,155 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 1,943 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 1,499 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 1,420 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 1,199 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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M12 XBR is a 2004 Buell XB12R in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M12 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 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 M12 XBR registered?

M12 XBR is a 2004 Buell XB12R, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is M12 XBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M12 XBR shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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