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M30 DBX

2008 Buell XB12S

Black Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,848 mi
Last recorded5,848 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Buell XB12S6,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM30 DBX
MakeBuell
ModelXB12S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 5,848 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 5,832 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 5,345 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 4,076 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 2,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2015 2,911 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 2,886 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 2,886 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 2,824 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 2,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 22 Aug 2011 2,553 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 2,553 miles

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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M30 DBX is a 2008 Buell XB12S in Black with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M30 DBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M30 DBX registered?

M30 DBX is a 2008 Buell XB12S, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is M30 DBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M30 DBX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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