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M40 XBR

2005 Buell XB12R

Red Petrol 1203cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,741 mi
Last recorded8,741 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Buell XB12R9,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 XBR
MakeBuell
ModelXB12R
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,203cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 8,741 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2026 8,725 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 8,345 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2020 7,771 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 7,227 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 6,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 6,270 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 5,680 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 4,944 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 May 2011 3,922 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2011 3,922 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 1,964 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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M40 XBR is a 2005 Buell XB12R in Red with a 1,203cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 M40 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 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 M40 XBR registered?

M40 XBR is a 2005 Buell XB12R, first registered on 5 November 2005.

Is M40 XBR safe to buy?

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